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417-419 Grant Ave

Financial District North, SF 94108 0271004 3 units · 3 fl · 1910

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more in the next 12 months. A few records worth reading before you sign. Check whether they were closed out, and ask what was actually fixed.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Financial District North — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 3.2
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Financial District North average of 3.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 417-419 Grant 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 1910
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
CCB
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 1910
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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1910
Total area4,425 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0271004
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Henry Hu & Assoc. 729B Sacramento St # 6 San Francisco CA 94108
Last sale

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417 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94108
419 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94108
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Initial analysis

The three-story mixed-use building at 417-419 Grant Avenue, owned by Vip Property Trust, was constructed in 1910 and contains three residential units above ground floor retail space. The property has experienced several significant maintenance and compliance issues over the past decade, with the most pressing concerns revolving around safety and habitability. Most recently, in 2023 the building was cited as an active complaint for being a vacant commercial/derelict structure. There have been multiple instances of unauthorized modifications and safety concerns, including a 2017 violation related to an improper fire escape ladder replacement and unpermitted recessed lighting installation. The building has a documented history of fire safety violations, with recurring issues related to alarm systems and multiple fire code violations between 2017 and 2024. Earlier violations from 2016 documented serious habitability concerns in the basement, including water intrusion, plumbing issues, and pest problems. The property underwent various permitted improvements, including bathroom renovations, electrical work, and roof replacement, though some work has been performed without proper permits, leading to violation notices and monitoring fees.

The building's recent history shows ongoing issues with vacancy and storefront maintenance, with multiple complaints between 2018 and 2023 regarding the vacant commercial space. There have been periodic electrical and plumbing upgrades, including the installation of fans, lighting, and plumbing fixtures in 2017 and 2013. Significant renovation work was completed in 2014, including the installation of folding gates and various bathroom improvements. While some safety concerns have been addressed through permitted work, such as the 2017 fire escape ladder replacement, the property has experienced recurring violations that suggest ongoing maintenance and compliance challenges. The building's historical violations include unauthorized construction, multiple fire safety code violations, and various housing code issues, though many of these have been ultimately resolved or abated. Recent 311 calls from 2024 indicate continuing issues with debris and sidewalk maintenance around the property.

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Risk rating

How 417-419 Grant 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
46thpercentile

Out of 145 buildings in this neighborhood, 78 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
50%
No DBI
violation
50%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

Building age

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 50%
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

417-419 Grant Ave event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Jul 07
Garbage and debris
needles less than 20
DBI ComplaintJun 12
Vacant storefront

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