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197-199 Ocean Ave

Mission Terrace, SF 94112 6953032 2 units · 1 fl · 1919

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. 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 Mission Terrace — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.3
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Mission Terrace average of 2.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 197-199 Ocean 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 1919
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH1
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 1919
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
Floors1
Year built1919
Total area3,720 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot6953032
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Yuen John & Salina Ttees 2019 19Th Ave San Francisco CA 94116
Last sale
November 30, 1988

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197 Ocean Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112
199 Ocean Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112
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Initial analysis

197-199 Ocean Avenue is a one-story multi-family residential building with retail space, containing 2 units, located in San Francisco's Mission Terrace neighborhood. Built in 1919 and currently owned by the Yuen Family Trust, this property has undergone several significant modifications and maintenance work over the years. The building's history shows substantial improvements made in 2000, when a former grocery store was remodeled into a doctor's office with a $20,000 renovation, followed by the addition of office rooms ($12,000) and subsequent window size modifications. More recent maintenance includes front stucco repairs in 2012 ($4,000) and gas line extension work completed in 2013.

The property has experienced some regulatory scrutiny, notably in 2002 when a violation was filed for work completed without proper permits, though this was promptly addressed within one week of filing. While the building itself shows regular maintenance and improvements, there have been several recent issues documented in 311 calls, particularly between July and September 2024, including sidewalk defects due to tree roots (currently open), various reports of garbage and debris, and tree maintenance concerns. The surrounding area has experienced recurring issues with graffiti (most recently in October 2024) and municipal service complaints. Of particular note is the recent tenant buyout activity at 196 Ocean Avenue, with two buyouts in 2023 totaling $45,000 for three tenants, and another one in 2020 at a nearby address (184 Onondaga Avenue) for $25,000 involving two tenants. This pattern of recent tenant buyouts suggests significant changes in the neighborhood's rental landscape, though it's worth noting these occurred at a different address than the property in question.

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Risk rating

How 197-199 Ocean 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
31stpercentile

Out of 149 buildings in this neighborhood, 103 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
59%
No DBI
violation
41%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 41%
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

197-199 Ocean Ave event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jun 25
Sidewalk defect
lifted sidewalk tree roots

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