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6251 3Rd St

Bayview Heights, SF 94124 4967022 3 units · 2 fl · 1947

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more in the next 12 months. A few records worth reading before you sign. Check whether they were closed out, and ask what was actually fixed.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Bayview Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.7
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Bayview Heights average of 2.7.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 6251 3Rd St rent-controlled?

San Francisco's Rent Ordinance caps rent increases and provides eviction protection for most residential units built before 1979 with 2+ units. Here's how this building scores.

Built before 1979
Built 1947
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC3
Likely rent-controlled. Building age and unit count suggest this property falls under San Francisco's Rent Ordinance.

Based on SF Assessor records. Not legal advice — confirm with the SF Rent Board.

Statewide backstop · AB 1482

California Tenant Protection Act of 2019

Even when a building isn't covered by local rent stabilization, the statewide Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) may still apply. It caps annual rent increases and requires the landlord to state a legal reason to end most tenancies.

15+ years since occupancy
Built 1947
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
Local rent control likely takes priority. This building appears to fall under the local ordinance above, which is stronger than AB 1482. Where a local just-cause ordinance applies, its rules govern instead of the state cap.

AB 1482 does not apply to single-family homes and condos unless owned by a corporation, REIT, or an LLC with a corporate member; to owner-occupied duplexes; or to deed-restricted affordable housing. The Act is in effect until January 1, 2030. Not legal advice — see the California landlord–tenant guide.

Building characteristics
Units3
Floors2
Year built1947
Total area4,823 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot4967022
Ownership

Registered owner per SF Assessor-Recorder (secured roll).

Owner name
Mailing address
2199 Revere Ave San Francisco CA 94124
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The three-unit multi-family residential building at 6251 3rd Street in Bayview Heights, owned by Annette Brady, has a number of concerning maintenance and safety issues on record. Most recently, in late 2023, the building was cited for a broken/cracked window on the second floor along with paint deterioration and potential dry rot issues, though this specific violation was abated by October 4, 2023. More significantly, the property has an active violation related to non-compliance with the Commercial Water Conservation Ordinance that dates back to February 2018, concerning plumbing fixture requirements and required affidavit submissions that should have been completed by January 1, 2017.

The building has experienced multiple sewer-related incidents in late 2024, with at least three documented sewage backup discharges from the side sewer vent occurring in October and November 2024, which were addressed by various city departments including DBI, PUC - Sewer Operations, and Building Inspection. Historical records show past violations from 2005-2006 relating to fire safety concerns, including smoke detector requirements and prohibited use of extension cords, though these issues were closed. The property has also experienced periodic maintenance issues as documented through 311 calls, most recently regarding sidewalk access concerns and street cleaning matters. While some recent violations have been resolved, the ongoing water conservation compliance issue and the series of sewage discharge incidents in late 2024 represent the most pressing current concerns about the building's infrastructure and maintenance.

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Risk rating

How 6251 3Rd St's risk score is calculated

We trained a model on 7 years of SF DBI inspection data — notice of violation filings, complaint history, and owner track records. It estimates the probability that DBI inspectors will issue a Notice of Violation at this address in the next 12 months. Lower % = safer.

What the score means for you

Lower risk — safer than most nearby

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Typical — about average for the neighborhood

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Higher risk — riskier than most nearby

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
18thpercentile

Out of 54 buildings in this neighborhood, 44 are predicted to be safer. The band is relative to this neighborhood, so a share of every neighborhood falls in each colour.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
50%
No DBI
violation
50%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

The three data points that most influenced this building's risk rating — ranked by the weight the model placed on each one.

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 50%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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6251 3Rd St event timeline

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2026
311 Request May 04
Blocking driveway cite tow
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