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458 Girard St

Portola, SF 94134 6047009A 2 units · 2 fl · 1961

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, and our model puts it at a low risk of maintenance problems over the next 12 months. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

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 458 Girard 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 1961
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 1961
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 built1961
Total area2,380 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot6047009A
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
458 Girard St San Francisco CA 94134
Last sale
January 05, 1988

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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 458 Girard Street in Portola is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1961, currently owned by Jimmy Mah. The property has undergone several significant renovations and maintenance work in recent years, most notably in 2021, when comprehensive upgrades were completed including kitchen and bathroom remodeling, electrical rewiring throughout all living spaces, and window replacements in multiple rooms. During this period, the electrical system received substantial improvements with a sub-panel upgrade to 100 amps, and plumbing work was also performed for the kitchen and bathroom renovations. An attempt was made in 2021 to address an illegal living space conversion involving 521 square feet of basement area, though this permit was ultimately withdrawn.

The building has experienced some recent infrastructure challenges, including a sewage backup incident in November 2023 that required attention from PUC Sewer Operations. There have also been multiple reports of parking violations in the vicinity, particularly related to sidewalk parking and blocked driveways, with several citations issued throughout 2023 and early 2024. The property underwent a tenant buyout in April 2022, resulting in a payout of $44,000 to four tenants, though this was subsequent to the 2021 renovations. The building's maintenance record shows regular upkeep, with prior completed work including a window replacement project in 2002, and the recent building improvements suggest ongoing investment in the property's infrastructure, despite the withdrawal of the basement conversion permit.

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Risk rating

How 458 Girard 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
83rdpercentile

Out of 255 buildings in this neighborhood, 43 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
87%
No DBI
violation
13%
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 location

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

Building age

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 13%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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458 Girard St event timeline

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

2022
Tenant Buyout Apr 18
Tenant buyout · $44,000
4 tenant(s)

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