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418-422 Presidio Ave

Pacific Heights, SF 94115 1022017 4 units · 3 fl · 1900

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low risk of further maintenance problems 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 Pacific Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.5
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Pacific Heights average of 1.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 418-422 Presidio 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 1900
2 or more units
4 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
SACTO
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 1900
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
Units4
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area4,586 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1022017
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Herman Geoffrey L & Irene C 422 Presidio Ave San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
December 04, 1998

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420 Presidio Ave, San Francisco, CA 94115
418 Presidio Ave, San Francisco, CA 94115
422 Presidio Ave, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 418-422 Presidio Avenue, located in Pacific Heights, is a 4-unit structure built in 1900 that has undergone several significant maintenance and upgrade projects over the years. Most notably, as of January 2025, the building is undergoing substantial work including electrical system upgrades (new subpanels, wiring, outlets, switches, and fixtures across all floors), plumbing improvements (replacement of sinks, faucets, toilets, and repair of mainline sewer issues), and structural maintenance (replacement of rotted wood at the rear staircase) with a combined cost of $82,500. Previous major work included a kitchen and bathroom remodel in 2019 ($35,000) and foundation repairs in 2010 ($55,000).

The building has experienced some maintenance challenges over its history, particularly with its sewer system, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls regarding sewage backups in 2009-2017, including issues with catch basins and manholes. A significant cluster of building violations was documented in December 2004, related to fire safety and emergency exit requirements, though these were all abated by January 2005. Earlier complaints include a 1994 incident regarding unsafe back steps and a 1998 report of inadequate heat and window sealing. The property's maintenance history shows regular attention to infrastructure systems, with multiple permits issued for plumbing and electrical work between 2009 and 2025, indicating ongoing efforts to maintain and upgrade the building's systems.

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Risk rating

How 418-422 Presidio 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
71stpercentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 279 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
80%
No DBI
violation
20%
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.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

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
Low failure risk 20%
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

418-422 Presidio Ave event timeline

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

2025
311 & DBI Complaint Oct 15
Construction private property
Noise
311 RequestMar 26
Parking meter

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