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3831-3835 Mission St

Bernal Heights, SF 94110 5746020 2 units · 2 fl · 1922

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high risk of further maintenance problems 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
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 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 3831-3835 Mission 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 1922
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC2
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 1922
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 built1922
Total area
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot5746020
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
481 Dewey Blvd San Francisco CA 94116
Last sale

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3835 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110
3831 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

The two-unit multi-family residential building at 3831-3835 Mission Street in Bernal Heights, owned by the Ayanian Trust, was constructed in 1922 as a flat and store under the classification for buildings with 4 units or less. The two-story structure's recent history shows compliance efforts with accessibility requirements in 2022, including installations of signage, assistance buzzers, and modifications to the entry ramp, though this work was marked as "unreasonable hardship" with a budget of $1,000. Significant maintenance and upgrades have been performed over the years, including the installation of a new cooler in 2019 ($8,500), roof work in 2021 (cooler condensing unit), and various electrical service upgrades, most notably a new 100-amp underground service in 2004.

The building has faced several maintenance and regulatory challenges in recent years, particularly in 2022, when multiple complaints were filed regarding unpermitted garage construction, broken windows, and pest issues. These complaints were forwarded to the Building Inspection Division and Housing Inspection Services, though their current active status is not indicated in the records. The property underwent some infrastructural work in 2007, including sewer pipeline repairs on the sidewalk and street space maintenance, which should be noted as a significant plumbing issue at that time. Historical improvements include a 1987 skylight replacement in the hallway area and a 1990 installation of refrigerated display cases, suggesting the property has maintained some commercial components alongside its residential units. The surrounding area has experienced typical urban issues as evidenced by various 311 calls, though these relate primarily to street-level concerns rather than building-specific problems.

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Risk rating

How 3831-3835 Mission 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
6thpercentile

Out of 1276 buildings in this neighborhood, 1199 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
41%
No DBI
violation
59%
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.

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 59%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

3831-3835 Mission St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Apr 04
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Parking Enforcement
311 RequestMar 29
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