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1234 Geneva Ave

Croker Amazon, SF 94112 6414025 3 units · 2 fl · 1948

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 Croker Amazon — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.9
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Croker Amazon average of 2.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1234 Geneva 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 1948
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC1
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 1948
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
Units3
Floors2
Year built1948
Total area7,192 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6414025
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Chia Wai Kwong & Wai Hing W 1234 Geneva Ave San Francisco CA 94112
Last sale
November 18, 1997

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Initial analysis

The property at 1234 Geneva Avenue in the Crocker Amazon neighborhood is a two-story multi-family residential building with three units, constructed in 1948 and currently owned by Chia Fmly Tr. The building has undergone significant recent renovations following a serious fire incident in March 2021 that rendered the second floor uninhabitable due to water and smoke damage affecting both residential and commercial spaces. The fire incident led to comprehensive repairs completed in 2023, including structural rebuilding, electrical rewiring, and plumbing updates for both units on the second floor, with costs exceeding $275,000. This renovation project included the installation of two new tankless water heaters, relocation of kitchen units, and addition of a new bathroom in one of the units.

The building has a documented history of fire safety concerns, with multiple violations recorded in February 2018 regarding storage clearance, exit pathways, fire extinguishers, and hazardous materials storage, though these were subsequently abated. Earlier permits from 1998 show modifications including a new supply delivery door, curb cut, front door replacement, and accessibility improvements. The property has experienced various maintenance issues over the years, as reflected in 311 calls including reports of flooding (2019), graffiti (2022), and one instance of garbage and debris (2024). Recent plumbing work completed in 2023 also included updates to shower pans and other fixtures, indicating ongoing maintenance and improvements to building systems. While the building has experienced significant challenges, particularly with fire safety issues, the recent comprehensive renovations suggest substantial improvements to the property's safety and living conditions.

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Risk rating

How 1234 Geneva 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
78thpercentile

Out of 119 buildings in this neighborhood, 26 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
82%
No DBI
violation
18%
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.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Neighborhood location

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12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 18%
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

1234 Geneva Ave event timeline

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

2023
Plumbing Permit Jan 05
Work category: 1p; shower pans for taste.
Expired
Plumbing PermitJan 05
Work category: 11p; installation two new tankless water heaters on 1236 #1 & #2 units.

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