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169 Ellsworth St

Bernal Heights, SF 94110 5650021 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 169 Ellsworth 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 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 area2,620 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot5650021
Ownership

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

Owner name
Florence Sinay Phillips Rev
Mailing address
Florence Sinay Phillips, Tr 12 Laverne Ave Mill Valley CA 94941
Last sale
090619

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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 169 Ellsworth Street in Bernal Heights, owned by the Florence Sinay Phillips Rev Trust, has undergone several significant maintenance and improvement projects since 1985, with particular attention to roofing and structural elements. Recent work includes three roofing projects between 2020 and 2023, with the most recent costing $18,350 completed in July 2023. The building has seen substantial exterior maintenance, including siding replacement in March 2023, and major interior renovations such as a bathroom remodel in 2019 involving tub replacement and dry rot repairs. Historical records show the building's legality as a three-story, two-unit structure was established in 1985, and a significant electrical upgrade was completed in 2005 converting to underground service with a 125-amp panel.

The property has experienced some recent challenges, with multiple 311 calls in 2024 primarily related to garbage and debris issues on the street. There was a water leak reported in October 2024 that required attention and a tree maintenance issue is currently open as of July 2024. The building has a documented gas leak incident, though no civilian injuries were reported. Exterior improvements have been prioritized, with completed work including deck replacements in 2007 and various structural maintenance tasks. The property shows regular upkeep in terms of roof maintenance, though some recent 311 calls suggest occasional issues with street cleaning and debris management in the vicinity. All building permits and major work appear to have been properly completed according to available records.

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Risk rating

How 169 Ellsworth 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
96th percentile

Out of 1276 buildings in this neighborhood, 51 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
90%
No DBI
violation
10%
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.

Neighborhood location

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Neighborhood (ZIP code)

The ZIP code captures local housing market and enforcement patterns that affect all buildings in the area.

Building age

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 84.8%
Moderate concern 10.9%
Severe concern 4.2%
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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169 Ellsworth St event timeline

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2026
Plumbing Permit Jan 12
Work category: 1p; house trap replacement.
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