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194 Emmett Ct

Bernal Heights, SF 94110 5517026 2 units · 1963

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 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 194 Emmett Ct 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 1963
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
Floors—
Year built1963
Total area2,635 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot5517026
Ownership

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

Owner name
Chan Moshen
Mailing address
194 Emmet Ct San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
090617

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63 Mirabel Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
194 Emmett Ct, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

194 Emmett Court is a two-unit, multi-family residential building located in Bernal Heights, owned by Chan Moshen and constructed in 1963. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the past decades, with the most recent being a complete reroofing project completed in October 2023 at a cost of $22,800. The building has seen substantial infrastructure upgrades, including the legalization of additional living space at the garage level in 2015 ($68,000) and multiple drainage improvements, including a french drain installation in 2016 ($10,500) and related retaining wall and patio work in 2017 ($8,000), which required compliance following a Notice of Violation. The property has also received attention to its basic systems, with new furnace installation, water heater flue work, and electrical improvements in 2015, including lighting fixtures and exhaust fans.

Recent history (2023-2024) shows persistent issues with waste management, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls regarding improper toter storage, with enforcement actions being taken and notices issued throughout 2023. There was one documented fire incident related to electrical wiring/equipment problems, though no civilian injuries were reported. The building's maintenance record indicates regular upkeep, with water management infrastructure such as area drains and sump pumps installed to address drainage concerns. While the property has experienced some compliance issues requiring remediation, most notably regarding the retaining wall construction in 2017, these have generally been addressed through proper permits and inspections. The building's systems have received ongoing attention, with various permits showing systematic upgrades to plumbing, electrical, and structural elements over the years.

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Risk rating

How 194 Emmett Ct'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
94th percentile

Out of 1276 buildings in this neighborhood, 77 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
88%
No DBI
violation
12%
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.

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.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

The ZIP code captures local housing market and enforcement patterns that affect all buildings in the area.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 87.4%
Moderate concern 10.0%
Severe concern 2.7%
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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194 Emmett Ct event timeline

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2023
Building Permit Oct 18
Reroofing
$22,800 · Complete

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