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517 30Th St

Glen Park, SF 94131 6651030 2 units · 3 fl · 1987

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, and our model puts it at a low risk of maintenance problems over the next 12 months. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Glen Park — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.5
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Glen Park average of 1.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 517 30Th 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 1987
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 1987
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 built1987
Total area2,636 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6651030
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
519 30th St San Francisco CA 94131
Last sale
June 08, 2004

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Initial analysis

The property at 517 30th Street in Glen Park is a three-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1987, containing two units and owned by James C Freeman. The building has experienced recurring fire safety compliance issues, with multiple fire code violations documented between 2019 and 2024, including violations related to sprinkler systems, electrical safety, exit sign repairs, and obstructed fire extinguishers. Most recently, in November 2024, a fire safety violation was recorded regarding test and maintenance documentation, which remains open as of October 2023. The building's original construction in 1985 included the installation of a fire sprinkler system.

The property has undergone several maintenance and compliance inspections over the years, with 311 calls recorded for various issues including sidewalk blockage, garbage concerns, and noise complaints. A notable infrastructure issue was reported in October 2022 regarding tree root damage to the sidewalk, which remains open. The building's electrical system received a permit for garage meter installation in 2006, though this permit is now expired. Historical records show that graffiti incidents were documented in 2022, some of which were found on nearby school property, and there have been occasional parking enforcement issues related to driveway blocking. While the building has experienced various maintenance challenges typical of urban properties, the most significant concern remains the recurring fire safety violations, which have required attention from both building management and city authorities.

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Risk rating

How 517 30Th 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
47thpercentile

Out of 364 buildings in this neighborhood, 193 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
77%
No DBI
violation
23%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Neighborhood location

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Building permits, owner's portfolio

Permits pulled across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 23%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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