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372 Capitol Ave

Oceanview, SF 94112 7107025 2 units · 2 fl · 1913

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more in the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Oceanview — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.3
5
FewerMore

This building has 5 novs (7y), above the Oceanview average of 1.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 372 Capitol 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 1913
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 1913
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
Floors2
Year built1913
Total area1,670 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot7107025
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
372 Capitol Ave San Francisco CA 94112
Last sale
May 19, 2009

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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 372 Capitol Ave in the Oceanview neighborhood, owned by Luo Li Man, is a 1913 flats-and-duplex structure that has undergone some significant recent maintenance work. Most notably, in March 2023, a $12,000 reroofing project was completed, involving the installation of flat roof materials including TA Torch and fiberglass components. This work followed earlier concerning conditions when multiple violations were documented in March 2023, including issues with lead paint hazards and a damaged east-side fence. These violations were significant due to their potential health impact, particularly regarding lead paint safety concerns, but were all promptly addressed and officially abated by April 18, 2023, within approximately one month of being reported.

More recent history of the property shows multiple municipal service calls between November 2024 and January 2025, primarily related to street cleaning and lighting issues. There have been several reports of garbage and debris requiring cleanup, with at least two calls during December 2024 specifically mentioning bagged or boxed garbage. Street lighting problems were also noted, with burnt-out lights requiring attention in both December 2024 and January 2025. Parking enforcement was called to the area at least twice in late 2024, resulting in citations for illegal parking and driveway blocking. While these issues occurred after the lead paint and fence violations were resolved, they primarily relate to street and sidewalk conditions rather than the building itself.

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Risk rating

How 372 Capitol 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
22ndpercentile

Out of 79 buildings in this neighborhood, 62 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
66%
No DBI
violation
34%
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

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

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 34%
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

372 Capitol Ave event timeline

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

2023
Building Permit Mar 30
Reroofing. flat roof, install 6 ta torch 180#, install 1-base fiberglass 28#
$12,000 · Complete
Building Violation (NOV)Mar 13
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