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24-26 Virginia Ave

Bernal Heights, SF 94110 5642055 2 units · 2 fl · 1925

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 24-26 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 1925
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 built1925
Total area1,200 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot5642055
Ownership

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

Owner name
Lam Fmly Tr
Mailing address
Lam Gary & Amy Ttees 2891 Canyon Rd Burlingame CA 94010
Last sale
040912

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26 Virginia Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
24 Virginia Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 24-26 Virginia Ave in Bernal Heights is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1925 and currently owned by the Lam Family Trust. The property has undergone significant renovations in recent years, with major improvements completed in 2009-2010 including kitchen relocations, bathroom remodels, electrical rewiring, and HVAC upgrades. Both units received comprehensive updates to their electrical systems, with new service panels, lighting, receptacles, and safety features such as smoke detectors installed. The 2009 work focused on unit 24, while the 2010 renovations pertained to unit 26.

The building has experienced several maintenance and quality-of-life issues in recent months. Between May 2024 and November 2024, there have been multiple reports of garbage and debris on the property, including electronics, mattresses, and bagged garbage. Parking enforcement issues have also been problematic, with three complaints about blocked driveways in September 2024, though only one was able to be verified by responding officers. The property is currently facing two open maintenance issues from 2024: a collapsed sidewalk reported in December 2023 and an undetermined tree maintenance matter from May 2024. A fire incident involving a water or steam leak was recorded, though no civilian injuries were reported.

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Risk rating

How 24-26 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
54th percentile

Out of 1276 buildings in this neighborhood, 587 are predicted to be safer.

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

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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 75.3%
Moderate concern 15.4%
Severe concern 9.3%
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

24-26 Virginia Ave event timeline

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

2025
311 Request Nov 24
Parking on sidewalk
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestJul 01
Sidewalk defect

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