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61-65 Godeus St

Bernal Heights, SF 94110 5642038 2 units · 2 fl · 1904

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.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 61-65 Godeus 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 1904
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 1904
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 built1904
Total area2,200 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot5642038
Ownership

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

Mailing address
61 Godeus St San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
September 19, 1990

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65 Godeus St, San Francisco, CA 94110
61 Godeus St, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 61-65 Godeus Street in Bernal Heights, owned by Zhao She Cheng and Bee Ngu, has a complex history dating back to its 1904 construction. The property has experienced several significant structural and compliance issues, with the most pressing concerns emerging in recent years. Currently active complaints from 2023-2024 highlight serious maintenance and safety concerns, including reports of structural defects, an inadequately maintained building exterior, and possible unpermitted work. These current complaints indicate problems with the building's rear section, including foundation issues and structural concerns, while also noting potential tenant safety implications. The building had previously experienced notable events including a fire in 2011 that required repairs to floors and walls on multiple levels, as well as a significant demolition incident in 2011 involving a three-story enclosed porch that led to multiple complaints and violations. Numerous building permits spanning from 2011-2021 show attempts to address various remodeling and repair projects, including kitchen and bathroom renovations, though many permits have expired or faced cancellation, particularly those filed in 2019-2020 addressing foundation work. Historical violations from 2005 required siding repairs to prevent weather damage, though these were abated in 2009. Recent building inspections in 2023-2024 have raised concerns about the property's maintenance, with reports of possibly abandoned or derelict structures at the rear, including potential termite issues and weather exposure. The property has also generated multiple 311 calls throughout 2023-2024 regarding general cleaning, environmental health concerns, and building inspection requests, indicating ongoing maintenance challenges.

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Risk rating

How 61-65 Godeus 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

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
8thpercentile

Out of 1276 buildings in this neighborhood, 1174 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
44%
No DBI
violation
56%
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.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

Neighborhood location

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12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 56%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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61-65 Godeus St event timeline

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2025
Building Permit Jul 15
Commencement of work not started under previously approved permit application pa # 2011-0404-3378.
$80,000 · Issued

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