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1552 Guerrero St

Noe Valley, SF 94110 6599001 4 units · 2 fl · 1925

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 Noe Valley — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.2
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Noe Valley average of 1.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1552 Guerrero St 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 1925
2 or more units
4 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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 1925
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
Units4
Floors2
Year built1925
Total area2,990 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6599001
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Daniel J & Suzanne M Owens, 1552 Guerrero St San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
November 24, 2004

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Initial analysis

The two-story, four-unit apartment building at 1552 Guerrero Street in Noe Valley, owned by Daniel J & Suzanne Owens Re, was constructed in 1925 and has undergone several significant renovations and maintenance work over the years. Most recently, in 2024, there have been multiple deck-related improvements including waterproofing work, joist replacements, and drainage modifications, with current concerns about work exceeding approved scope leading to an active building complaint filed in July 2024. The property has a history of addressing structural and safety issues, with major renovations in 2003-2009 involving kitchen remodels, electrical upgrades, and garage deck improvements.

Historical records show some building violations in 2002 related to fire safety and smoke detection systems, which were promptly resolved within a few months. The building has maintained its systems through various upgrades, including plumbing work for gas lines and sprinklers in 2011, and most recently, electrical improvements in late 2024 involving GFCI outlet installation. Fire incidents have been minimal, with only two detector activations recorded in the system's history, both due to malfunction rather than actual hazards. While there have been recent encampment reports in the vicinity (2023), these are external to the building itself and have been addressed through city services.

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Risk rating

How 1552 Guerrero St'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
37thpercentile

Out of 1879 buildings in this neighborhood, 1184 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
68%
No DBI
violation
32%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Number of units

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Neighborhood location

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12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 32%
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

1552 Guerrero St event timeline

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

2025
Building Permit Aug 06
Replace (e) siding on west side of the building including the first floor windows on that side like for like.
$19,000 · Complete
Planning RecordAug 06
Replace 5 (E) vinyl single hung windows on west side of property, visible from the street with 5 (N) vinyl single hung windows. Replace cedar siding on west side with (N) cedar siding.

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