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2518-2520 San Bruno Ave

Portola, SF 94134 5981004 4 units · 2 fl · 1931

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 Portola — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.8
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Portola average of 1.8.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2518-2520 San Bruno 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 1931
2 or more units
4 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 1931
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
Units4
Floors2
Year built1931
Total area3,250 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot5981004
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Chan Tim & Yim Quen Wong Tr 151 El Camino Real #321 Millbrae CA 94030
Last sale
June 01, 1989

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2520 San Bruno Ave, San Francisco, CA 94134
2518 San Bruno Ave, San Francisco, CA 94134
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Initial analysis

The property at 2518-2520 San Bruno Ave is a two-story mixed-use building constructed in 1931, containing 4 residential units plus a commercial space, currently operated as Dim Sum Kitchen. The Wong Family Trust is the current owner. Recent significant maintenance includes a completed reroofing project in July 2024 costing $12,000, and a sewer line replacement in November 2022. The building has experienced some regulatory scrutiny, particularly regarding unpermitted work in 2022 when there were complaints about jackhammering related to plumbing issues in the restaurant that began early in the morning and continued on weekends, though these issues were subsequently addressed. The commercial space underwent several historical modifications, including restaurant remodeling in 1990 and various sign and awning changes.

The property's maintenance history shows regular upkeep, including electrical service conversion in 2003 and various interior improvements over the years. Recent building concerns are minimal, and the most significant works have been properly permitted and completed. The area around the property has been subject to recurring issues with graffiti and illegal parking, with numerous 311 calls recorded between 2023-2024 regarding these matters. Most of these external issues were resolved by city services, though some graffiti cases remain open as of 2024. The property has maintained its commercial viability, with recent approvals for ABC License Type 41 for on-site alcohol sales in conjunction with the existing restaurant use.

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Risk rating

How 2518-2520 San Bruno 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

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
33rdpercentile

Out of 255 buildings in this neighborhood, 171 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
63%
No DBI
violation
37%
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.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 37%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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2518-2520 San Bruno Ave event timeline

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2026
Building Permit Apr 21
Replace kitchen cabinets. wall cabinets only
$800 · Issued

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