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240 Broad St

Oceanview, SF 94112 7106064 2 units · 2 fl · 1911

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 Oceanview
At or below average
avg 1.4
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Oceanview average of 1.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 240 Broad 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 1911
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.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors2
Year built1911
Total area1,746 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot7106064
Ownership

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

Owner name
Dech Joel
Mailing address
240 Broad St San Francisco CA 94112
Last sale
033021

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240 Broad St, San Francisco, CA 94112
240 A Broad St, San Francisco, CA 94112
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 240 Broad Street, located in Oceanview, is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1911 and owned by Joel Dech. The property has undergone several maintenance and safety improvements over the years, including a complete reroofing in 2005 ($4,000), an electrical upgrade to 400-amp service in 2018, and handrail improvements to backyard stairways in late 2021 ($1,600). A concerning issue was reported in July 2023 when the building was listed as "Open Vacant," though this complaint was closed within two weeks due to "No Access To Building." An active complaint from 1996 regarding peeling paint on the front and siding of the building remains unresolved.

The property has experienced significant recent activity, particularly between late 2024 and early 2025, with multiple complaints about garbage and debris on the property and surrounding area, including reports of abandoned furniture, appliances, and mattresses. There were also several parking enforcement calls in December 2024 relating to vehicles blocking driveways and parking on sidewalks. The building's infrastructure has seen gradual improvements, with notable work including underground utility conversion in 2004 and various minor repairs, though the recent vacancy and ongoing debris issues suggest some maintenance challenges. The only tenant buyout on record associated with this address occurred in July 2021, with one tenant receiving $5,000.

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Risk rating

How 240 Broad 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

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
41th percentile

Out of 79 buildings in this neighborhood, 47 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
74%
No DBI
violation
26%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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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.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 67.4%
Moderate concern 20.4%
Severe concern 12.3%
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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The story over time

240 Broad St event timeline

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

2021
Building Permit Nov 01
Repair less than 50% adding handrail. backyard stairways
$1,600 · Complete
Building PermitNov 01
Less than 50% adding handrail.

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