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1730 Geneva Ave

Croker Amazon, SF 94112 6423013 2 units · 3 fl · 1988

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
At or below average
avg 2.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Croker Amazon average of 2.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1730 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 1988
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
Not rent-controlled. Buildings constructed after 1978 are generally exempt from SF rent increase limits under the Costa-Hawkins Act.

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 1988
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
May be covered by AB 1482. The building is old enough for the statewide rent cap (5% + regional CPI, capped at 10% per year) and just-cause protection after 12 months of tenancy.

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
Floors3
Year built1988
Total area3,089 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6423013
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Herbert Y Wong 3208 Sacramento St San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
November 16, 1988

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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 1730 Geneva Avenue in the Crocker Amazon neighborhood, owned by the Herbert Y Wong Living Trust, was constructed in 1988 and contains two apartment units. The building's development history shows initial planning efforts in early 1987 for a two-story, two-unit residential structure, with later confirmed permits for the completed three-story building. A street space permit was issued in July 2013, though the cost was listed as nominal at $1.00.

In terms of recent incident reports, there have been two documented issues at the property. Most notably, in August 2024, there was a reported case of garbage and debris in the area that was subsequently resolved by Recology. Earlier, in March 2023, there was a parking enforcement call regarding a vehicle allegedly parked on the sidewalk; however, responding officers could not validate the reported parking violation. The building's official records show no history of serious violations or major structural concerns, and all planning processes related to the building have been properly closed, including the necessary CEQA clearance. The property's documented history suggests regular maintenance of proper procedures, with only minor, resolved issues affecting the surrounding area.

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Risk rating

How 1730 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
48thpercentile

Out of 119 buildings in this neighborhood, 62 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
71%
No DBI
violation
29%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood location

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Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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Construction spend, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 29%
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

1730 Geneva Ave event timeline

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

2026
Plumbing Permit May 08
Tub replacement/same rough plumbing like for like
Issued
Electrical PermitMay 08
Detach - reset exhaust fan, fans 1

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