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621-625 Precita Ave

Bernal Heights, SF 94110 5506002A 3 units · 3 fl · 1917

This building has more problems than most buildings in this neighborhood. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Bernal Heights
At or below average
avg 1.2
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Bernal Heights average of 1.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 621-625 Precita 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 1917
2 or more units
3 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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1917
Total area2,325 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot5506002A
Ownership

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

Owner name
Alfaro Family Trust
Mailing address
Francisco E & Martha N Alfa 621 Precita Ave San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
051705

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621 Precita Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
625 Precita Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
623 Precita Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

The property at 621-625 Precita Avenue in Bernal Heights is a three-unit multi-family residential building owned by the Alfaro Family Trust, constructed in 1917. The building underwent significant modifications in the early 2000s, including the unauthorized construction of a two-story rear addition and several safety violations that were subsequently addressed. In 2006, a $12,000 project was completed to remove the illegal sunroom addition and rebuild rear stairs (a second means of egress) that had been improperly constructed. The building faced multiple housing code violations in 2001 related to fire safety, including combustible storage issues and egress obstructions, all of which were abated by May 2001. More recent improvements include a 2019 plumbing upgrade replacing the water service, sidewalk sewer pipe, and house trap, along with street space and sidewalk repairs in 2019 costing $1. The property's electrical system has also seen upgrades, including a 200-amp service installation in 2003 and various safety improvements in 2007.

The building's recent history shows ongoing attention to maintenance and compliance, with multiple inspections and repairs documented over the years. Between 2020 and 2024, there have been several reports of sidewalk-related issues, including lifted and collapsed sidewalks that were addressed by the Department of Public Works. There have also been recurring parking enforcement issues in the vicinity, with multiple citations issued for sidewalk parking violations. The property has undergone routine housing inspections in 2008 and 2011, with no major violations reported in recent years. A rear yard variance application to legalize the existing structure was filed (and withdrawn) in 2016, suggesting some ongoing administrative clarifications regarding the property's modifications.

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Risk rating

How 621-625 Precita 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
27th percentile

Out of 1276 buildings in this neighborhood, 931 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
61%
No DBI
violation
39%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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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 39.5%
Moderate concern 51.7%
Severe concern 8.8%
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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The story over time

621-625 Precita Ave event timeline

Violations, complaints, fire incidents, permits, and buyouts — most recent records in order.

2025
Fire Incident Jun 21 Serious
600 Good intent call, other
Injuries: 0 · Fatalities: 0

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