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315 Virginia Ave

Bernal Heights, SF 94110 5618024 2 units · 2 fl · 1908

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 315 Virginia 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 1908
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH1
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 built1908
Total area1,000 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot5618024
Ownership

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

Owner name
Lischeske Carl R Iii & Benh
Mailing address
315 Virginia Ave San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
121312

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Initial analysis

The property at 315 Virginia Avenue in Bernal Heights is a two-story, multi-family residential building (duplex) constructed in 1908, currently owned by Carl R. Lischeske III and Benh. The building has undergone several significant improvements over the past two decades, with the most recent being a 200-amp electrical panel upgrade completed in March 2023, demonstrating attention to modern electrical requirements. Other notable recent improvements include plumbing upgrades in 2010 (bathtub and shower valve replacement, and a 20-foot main sewer line replacement), and the installation of photovoltaic solar panels in 2005.

The property has experienced some infrastructure challenges and maintenance needs over the years. A significant event occurred in 1998 when the corner foundation required underpinning to resolve issues with an adjacent property. In 2005, a roof improvement project was initiated to replace shingles and install insulation, though records indicate this permit expired. More recently, there have been two noteworthy external issues in 2022: a collapsed sidewalk with cracks and utility vault damage that required attention, and tree-related property damage that was resolved. The building's exterior has faced some recurring maintenance challenges, with multiple reports of graffiti on sidewalk structures between 2018 and 2020, though these issues were addressed by the appropriate city departments. The property's location has experienced typical urban challenges such as parking violations, with the most recent occurring in November 2024, though this was resolved through municipal enforcement.

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Risk rating

How 315 Virginia 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
55th percentile

Out of 1276 buildings in this neighborhood, 574 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
72%
No DBI
violation
28%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Neighborhood location

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Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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Building permits, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 69.5%
Moderate concern 21.4%
Severe concern 9.2%
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

315 Virginia Ave event timeline

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

2025
311 Request May 07
Abandoned vehicle
Parking Enforcement

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