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1831-1833 Alabama St

Bernal Heights, SF 94110 5550011 2 units · 2 fl · 1975

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 1831-1833 Alabama 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 1975
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 built1975
Total area2,025 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot5550011
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mar Chiu C
Mailing address
1833 Alabama St San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
071812

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1833 Alabama St, San Francisco, CA 94110
1831 Alabama St, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 1831-1833 Alabama Street in Bernal Heights, constructed in 1975, has undergone several significant improvements and maintenance activities over its lifetime. The most recent work involves ongoing tree maintenance issues, with three separate complaints in 2024 regarding overgrown trees blocking the sidewalk. In 2010, the property received solar panel installations, including eight roof-mounted PV modules and associated electrical equipment, demonstrating a commitment to renewable energy upgrades. In 2004, substantial interior improvements were made, including the addition of a bathroom and relocation of laundry facilities in the basement, along with electrical upgrades that installed new lighting, switches, receptacles, and circuits. Earlier maintenance includes roofing work in 2002 with the installation of a modified bitumen single-ply roof system, following a complete reroofing project from 1989.

The building has experienced various neighborhood issues as recorded in 311 calls, though none directly related to building structure or systems. These incidents include sidewalk parking violations, pavement defects, and tree maintenance concerns. While the property has had multiple maintenance needs addressed over the years, including dry rot repairs and various code compliance updates, there are no recorded major safety incidents or structural concerns that would significantly impact resident experience. The relatively recent solar installations and previous infrastructure improvements indicate ongoing maintenance and upgrading of building systems, though the current tree maintenance issues suggest an area requiring attention.

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Risk rating

How 1831-1833 Alabama 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

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
78th percentile

Out of 1276 buildings in this neighborhood, 281 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
83%
No DBI
violation
17%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood location

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Neighborhood location

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Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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12-Month severity forecast
No violation 72.6%
Moderate concern 21.7%
Severe concern 5.7%
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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