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1664-1668 Newcomb Ave

Bayview, SF 94124 5306008 2 units · 2 fl · 1907

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Bayview
At or below average
avg 4.5
3
FewerMore

This building has 3 novs (7y), at or below the Bayview average of 4.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1664-1668 Newcomb Ave 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 1907
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors2
Year built1907
Total area3,220 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot5306008
Ownership

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

Owner name
Harris Andrew L
Mailing address
1664 - 1666 Newcomb Ave San Francisco CA 94124
Last sale
121219

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1664 Newcomb Ave, San Francisco, CA 94124
1666 Newcomb Ave, San Francisco, CA 94124
1668 Newcomb Ave, San Francisco, CA 94124
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 1664-1668 Newcomb Ave in Bayview is a 2-story flats and duplex structure built in 1907, currently owned by Andrew L Harris. Notable recent improvements include the installation of a dedicated sprinkler monitoring system in 2019, comprehensive renovations in 2018 including kitchen remodels, bathroom updates, and washer/dryer installations on multiple floors, and substantial safety upgrades including a new fire service and NFPA 13 wet-pipe sprinkler system in late 2018. The building underwent significant compliance work in 2017-2018 to address a violation from 2016 related to unauthorized unit conversions, which included legalizing an additional unit and correcting various code violations involving unapproved electrical and plumbing work, improper egress, and heating system deficiencies. Additional improvements over the years include reroofing work in 2018, furnace replacement, and various plumbing upgrades.

The property has experienced some recurring issues with garbage and debris on the property, with multiple reports filed in December 2024, though these were mostly addressed through standard municipal resolutions. A historical plumbing complaint from 1999 regarding drainage connections was resolved in early 2000. The building's recent improvements, particularly the sprinkler system installation and unit legalization process, suggest significant efforts have been made to improve safety and compliance standards. The property's maintenance history shows regular updates to essential systems and living spaces, though prospective tenants should be aware of the building's history of unauthorized modifications that required subsequent remediation work to achieve compliance with housing codes.

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Risk rating

How 1664-1668 Newcomb Ave'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

Grade A–B — Low risk

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

Grade C — Moderate risk

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

Grade D–F — High risk

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

Neighborhood percentile
47th percentile

Out of 382 buildings in this neighborhood, 202 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
53%
No DBI
violation
47%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood location

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Neighborhood location

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

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 55.5%
Moderate concern 36.7%
Severe concern 7.9%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1664-1668 Newcomb Ave event timeline

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2025
311 Request May 07
Parking on sidewalk
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestApr 21
Garbage and debris

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