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32-34 7Th Ave

Lake Street, SF 94118 1352022 3 units · 3 fl · 1915

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 Lake Street — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.6
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Lake Street average of 0.6.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 32-34 7Th 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 1915
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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 1915
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 built1915
Total area3,490 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1352022
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Daniel F Goodman Ttee 37 7Th Ave San Francisco CA 94118
Last sale
May 24, 1991

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32 07th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
34 07th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 32-34 7th Avenue, built in 1915 and currently owned by Polka Dot Trust, has undergone several significant improvements over its lifetime, with particular attention to safety and maintenance. The building received seismic upgrades in 1994, including foundation improvements and a new storage room in the basement, demonstrating a commitment to structural integrity. More recent upgrades include the installation of a Tesla charger in 2019 for Unit 34, showcasing modern amenities. The property has undergone necessary maintenance work such as reroofing projects in 1990 and 2004, termite repairs in 1999, and significant renovations in 1992-1994 including kitchen and bathroom remodeling on the second floor and the addition of a rear yard deck.

The building's record shows relatively few issues affecting resident safety or comfort. There have been three recorded fire department responses, all for false alarms, and one code enforcement complaint regarding a vacant storefront from September 2019, though this was not directly related to the residential units. While there have been multiple 311 calls in the vicinity regarding parking issues and one complaint about an abandoned vehicle in 2024, these are external matters not directly related to the building's condition or management. The property appears to have been maintained in accordance with building codes, with no recent major repairs or violations on record, and has received appropriate historical preservation reviews as needed. The most recent building permit records date back to 2004, suggesting all major systems have received attention over the years, though this should be regularly monitored for any new permitted work.

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Risk rating

How 32-34 7Th 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
10thpercentile

Out of 660 buildings in this neighborhood, 594 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
54%
No DBI
violation
46%
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.

Building age

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

Permit rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building permit rate across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 46%
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

32-34 7Th Ave event timeline

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2025
Tenant Buyout Dec 22
Tenant buyout · $30,000
2 tenant(s)

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