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129-131 College Ave

Bernal Heights, SF 94110 6692024 2 units · 2 fl · 1926

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Bernal Heights
At or below average
avg 1.2
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Bernal Heights average of 1.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 129-131 College 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
RH2
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.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors2
Year built1926
Total area2,720 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6692024
Ownership

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

Owner name
Barnett James Bochet & Lin
Mailing address
236 West Portal Ave # 566 San Francisco CA 94127
Last sale
020614

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131 College Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
129 College Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 129-131 College Ave in Bernal Heights, owned by Barnett James Bochet & Lin, has a documented history stretching back to 1997 and reveals several significant maintenance and infrastructure events. Most recently, in November 2024, the building underwent reroofing work with a torchdown system, representing a $12,000 investment in building maintenance. The property has experienced recurring sewer issues, with multiple sewage back-up incidents recorded between July and August 2024, affecting both side sewer vents and a catch basin, though these were all resolved through field work. The building's electrical system has seen substantial upgrades, including a 200-amp service upgrade in 2005 that included new metering and panel work for common areas, and the installation of four outlets and lighting.

Looking back at the building's history, there are notable past incidents including a significant fire-related incident in 2006 that required the replacement of approximately 14 feet of exterior wall and four outlets, as well as multiple structural and safety improvements in 2005 involving rear stair repairs and dryrot remediation. The property has undergone regular maintenance including an earlier reroofing in 1997, though some outdoor maintenance issues persist, as evidenced by an open 311 call from September 2024 regarding an overgrown tree near communication lines. While the building's maintenance record shows attention to both immediate repairs and larger infrastructure projects, the concentration of recent sewage system issues in 2024 suggests there may be ongoing concerns with the plumbing infrastructure that may require further monitoring.

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Risk rating

How 129-131 College 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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
43th percentile

Out of 1276 buildings in this neighborhood, 727 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
70%
No DBI
violation
30%
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.

Neighborhood location

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Neighborhood (ZIP code)

The ZIP code captures local housing market and enforcement patterns that affect all buildings in the area.

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 64.6%
Moderate concern 16.9%
Severe concern 18.5%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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129-131 College Ave event timeline

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

2025
311 Request Oct 10
Blocking driveway cite tow
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestMay 18
Overgrown tree

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