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1312 Chestnut St

Marina, SF 94109 0479003 40 units · 7 fl · 1927

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over 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 Marina — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.1
7
FewerMore

This building has 7 novs (7y), above the Marina average of 1.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1312 Chestnut 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 1927
2 or more units
40 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RC3
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 1927
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
Units40
Floors7
Year built1927
Total area
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0479003
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Tai Chi 714 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA 94102
Last sale

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2901 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
2911 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
2909 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
2905 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
1312 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94109
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Initial analysis

1312 Chestnut Street, a 7-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1927 in the Marina neighborhood, contains 40 units and is currently owned by Krouzian/noroian LLC. The property has undergone significant modernization over the past decade, with numerous unit renovations completed or in progress. Most recently, Unit #501 received soundproofing improvements in February 2024, and Unit #406 is undergoing substantial remodeling work including kitchen and bathroom upgrades with an estimated cost of $54,000. The building's maintenance history shows regular updates to individual units, including kitchen and bathroom renovations with new fixtures, cabinets, and appliances, as well as major infrastructure improvements like the water pipe replacement (2014) and hot water boiler installation (2010).

Of particular concern is the building's recurring elevator issues, with multiple complaints filed between 2023 and 2025, including active complaints as recent as November 2024. This persistent problem has required several emergency responses for elevator rescues, as documented by fire incident reports. Additionally, in July 2024, multiple building violations were recorded regarding maintenance issues such as carpet replacement, kitchen countertops, damaged walls and ceiling, cabinet painting, and weather protection, though these were abated by October 2024. The building has a history of fire safety-related incidents and violations, including sprinkler system issues in 2023 and various alarm activations, though no civilian injuries have been reported in these incidents. Recent plumbing work in Unit #406 and electrical updates indicate ongoing infrastructure improvements, while the property's commercial space (formerly a beauty salon) has generated some historical complaints regarding maintenance issues.

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Risk rating

How 1312 Chestnut 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

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
3rdpercentile

Out of 988 buildings in this neighborhood, 958 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
25%
No DBI
violation
75%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Number of units

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Neighborhood location

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Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 75%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1312 Chestnut St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Aug 04
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transit shelter platform
311 RequestAug 04
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