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1244-1246 Geneva Ave

Croker Amazon, SF 94112 6414028 2 units · 2 fl · 1926

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 Croker Amazon — not a forecast
Above average
avg 2.9
4
FewerMore

This building has 4 novs (7y), above the Croker Amazon average of 2.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1244-1246 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 1926
2 or more units
2 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 1926
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 built1926
Total area2,300 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6414028
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Steve Pham & Do Kim Hoong 1244 Geneva Ave San Francisco CA 94112
Last sale
December 10, 1998

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1244 Geneva Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112
1246 Geneva Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112
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Initial analysis

The two-unit multi-family residential building at 1244-1246 Geneva Avenue, owned by Steve Pham and Kim Huong Do, was constructed in 1926 and includes space for commercial use on the ground floor. The building's maintenance record shows a significant infrastructure upgrade with a reroofing project completed in 2004 at a cost of $3,200. A notable incident occurred in early 2019 when the property faced issues with a vacant storefront, resulting in a violation under the Vacant or Abandoned Commercial StoreFront Ordinance. This issue was escalated through a final warning letter in March 2019 but was resolved within approximately two months, by April 2019.

The property has experienced recurring external maintenance challenges, particularly related to graffiti and street cleanliness, with multiple incidents documented over the years. Most recently, in July 2024, there were two resolved cases of graffiti on a pole, and in October 2020, there was an incident involving an overflowing city garbage can that was promptly addressed. Historical records from 2012-2013 show similar issues with graffiti on both the building and street infrastructure, as well as problems with stickers on street signs. While these external maintenance issues have been consistently addressed by city services, they suggest ongoing challenges with the building's surrounding environment. The most recent documented issues have been relatively minor and have been promptly resolved through appropriate city services.

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Risk rating

How 1244-1246 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
42ndpercentile

Out of 119 buildings in this neighborhood, 69 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
69%
No DBI
violation
31%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood location

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Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 31%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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