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724 Brazil Ave

Excelsior, SF 94112 6076045 2 units · 2 fl · 1930

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 Excelsior
At or below average
avg 1.4
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Excelsior average of 1.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 724 Brazil 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 1930
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 built1930
Total area4,226 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6076045
Ownership

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

Owner name
Hagenstroem Jochen & Caroli
Mailing address
724 Brazil Ave San Francisco CA 94112
Last sale
042721

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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 724 Brazil Avenue in the Excelsior neighborhood, owned by Jochen & Caroli Hagenstroem, was constructed in 1930 as a flats and duplex structure over two stories. The property has undergone several significant renovations and faced multiple safety concerns over its history. Recent improvements include a $17,000 reroofing project in 2022, the installation of a solar panel system in 2018, and an important plumbing upgrade in 2019 that replaced galvanized water lines with copper. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues, with three roofing projects documented between 1993 and 2022, and various electrical improvements including hazardous wiring corrections and load center replacement in 2003.

The property has a concerning history of safety complaints, particularly during 2022 when multiple reports were filed regarding electrical hazards, abandoned appliances, and pest issues. Earlier incidents from 1996-2003 documented more severe problems including flooding, mold, dry rot, and electrical concerns that were apparently resolved. Recent records from late 2024 show multiple reports of garbage and debris issues around the property, though these were generally addressed promptly by city services. Two significant building improvement projects were planned but not executed: a 2016 revision to replace exterior siding, stairs, and update systems was cancelled, and a previous 2015 permit for window, door, and garage repairs was issued. The building's infrastructure has received periodic attention, as evidenced by historical permits for stair replacement (1994) and various maintenance work, though many projects appear to be reactive rather than part of a cohesive maintenance strategy.

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Risk rating

How 724 Brazil 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
32th percentile

Out of 337 buildings in this neighborhood, 229 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
63%
No DBI
violation
37%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

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12-Month severity forecast
No violation 58.7%
Moderate concern 27.4%
Severe concern 13.9%
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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724 Brazil Ave event timeline

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

2022
Building Permit Sep 15
Reroofing
$17,000 · Complete
DBI ComplaintAug 15
Date last observed: 14-aug-22; time last observed: 10:00 am; exact location: common area; building type: residence/dwelling exposed wiring; abandoned/derelict structure; hazardous appliance; broken appliances; ; additional information: fridge on the street, without permit, serving expired food.;

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