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128 Leland Ave

Visitacion Valley, SF 94134 6247007 2 units · 1 fl · 1930

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low 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 Visitacion Valley — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.4
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Visitacion Valley average of 1.4.

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 128 Leland 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
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 1930
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
Floors1
Year built1930
Total area1,330 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6247007
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
932 Holloway Ave San Francisco CA 94132
Last sale
May 23, 2019

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Initial analysis

The property at 128 Leland Avenue in Visitacion Valley is a one-story, two-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1930, currently owned by Tu Khong. The building has been embroiled in an ongoing controversy regarding an unauthorized rear addition, with a complaint filed on August 19, 2021, reporting approximately 500 square feet of additional space consisting of three rooms and one full bath. This violation triggered a Notice of Violation (NOV #202181309) in June 2022, leading to a subsequent permit application in March 2023 to legalize the structure, though this permit remains filed as of now. Recent inspection records from September 2024 indicate that a screening for the alleged unauthorized unit found no evidence of occupancy, with the permit application status currently listed as "On Hold."

The building's recent history shows some electrical improvements made in January 2019, including an upgrade to a 100A/220V service with basic electrical fixtures. The surrounding area has experienced various municipal service calls between 2020 and 2024, including three reports of sidewalk parking violations involving a Mercedes SLK, and several general service requests relating to public works and building inspection matters. While there have been some street cleaning and environmental concerns recorded in 2024, these are not directly related to the building's condition or management. The ongoing permit review process and 2024 inspection findings suggest careful monitoring of the property's compliance status by city authorities, though the unauthorized addition remains a focal point of regulatory attention.

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Risk rating

How 128 Leland 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
29thpercentile

Out of 214 buildings in this neighborhood, 152 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
79%
No DBI
violation
21%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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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.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 21%
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

128 Leland Ave event timeline

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

2025
Plumbing Permit Oct 24
Cap off illegal plumbing line to compley with nov 202181309
Complete
Electrical PermitOct 24
Cap off illegal eletrical outlet to comply with nov 202181308

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