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17 Coso Ave

Bernal Heights, SF 94110 5517050 2 units · 2 fl · 1906

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 Bernal Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.2
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Bernal Heights average of 1.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 17 Coso 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 1906
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.

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 1906
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1906
Total area2,500 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot5517050
Ownership

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

Mailing address
25 Ravilla Ct Daly City CA 94014
Last sale

Landlord portfolio

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Initial analysis

The Navarro Family Trust owns this two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building located at 17 Coso Ave in Bernal Heights. Built in 1906, this flats and duplex-style property has experienced several notable events over the past few years. The most significant incident occurred in mid-2020 when unauthorized construction work was reported regarding a landing and staircase replacement in the rear of the building. This resulted in a violation notice in October 2020, which was later resolved through a permitted repair project completed in November 2020 that cost approximately $1,500. Since then, the property has maintained a relatively clean record in terms of building violations.

The building's recent history (2021-2024) shows no major structural or safety concerns directly affecting the building itself. However, there have been numerous 311 calls primarily related to park services and maintenance issues in the surrounding area, including irrigation problems, tree inspections, and trash dumping incidents. The most recent building-related service request was for structural maintenance (graffiti) in November 2024, which was promptly addressed and closed. The property's maintenance appears to be generally responsive to required repairs and permits, with the 2020 staircase issue being the only significant code violation on record.

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Risk rating

How 17 Coso 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

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
44thpercentile

Out of 1276 buildings in this neighborhood, 715 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
70%
No DBI
violation
30%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Building age

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

DBI complaints, owner's portfolio

Complaints across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 30%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

17 Coso Ave event timeline

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

2020
Building Permit Oct 30
Correct a nov #202039913. repair rear stairs, less than 50% in kind.
$1,500 · Complete
Building Violation (NOV)Jun 19
A complaint investigation has revealed that a landing and one flight of stairs has been replaced without the benefit of a building permit. code/section: sfbc 106.1.1 monthly monitoring fee applies codde/section: sfbc 110a,table1a-k

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