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275-281 27Th Ave

Sea Cliff, SF 94121 1387015 4 units · 2 fl · 1909

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 Sea Cliff — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.8
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Sea Cliff average of 0.8.

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 275-281 27Th 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 1909
2 or more units
4 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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 1909
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
Floors2
Year built1909
Total area3,980 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1387015
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Barry Kane 1145 Market St Fl 12 San Francisco CA 94103
Last sale
December 11, 1987

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279 27th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
277 27th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
281 27th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
275 27th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Initial analysis

The multi-family residential building at 275-281 27th Avenue in Sea Cliff, owned by Barry & Annemarie Kane since 1999, is a 2-story, 4-unit apartment building constructed in 1909. The property has a history of addressing structural maintenance issues, particularly concerning decks and stairs, with the most recent significant work performed in 2016 involving repairs to rotted members in the lower half of the rear deck. Earlier maintenance records from 2003 and 2007 documented concerns about deck safety and stair deterioration, all of which were subsequently addressed through proper repairs. The building underwent substantial renovation work in 1988, including kitchen and bathroom remodels, as well as exterior improvements including the replacement of composite shingles with original redwood siding.

The building experienced a series of violations in 2001 and 2003, primarily related to safety and maintenance issues, including fire safety concerns, plumbing and electrical violations, and security requirements. All of these violations were officially abated by May 11, 2001. More recent history shows relatively few building-specific issues, with routine inspections in 2001 and 2008 confirming regulatory compliance. The most recent complaints (from 2020) and all recent 311 calls (from 2023) have been primarily related to external conditions such as street cleaning and graffiti, rather than structural or safety concerns with the building itself. A hot water heater replacement was completed in 2008, and various building permits over the years indicate ongoing maintenance and repair work to keep the property in good condition.

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Risk rating

How 275-281 27Th 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 20 buildings in this neighborhood, 18 are predicted to be safer. The band is relative to this neighborhood, so a share of every neighborhood falls in each colour.

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Predicted 12-month outcome
55%
No DBI
violation
45%
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.

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.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 45%
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

275-281 27Th Ave event timeline

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

2026
Plumbing Permit Jul 21
Work category: 1p; to remove & replace kitchen sink, kitchen faucet and bathroom shower panel
Issued
Building PermitMay 21
Replace kitchen cabinets and counter tops in kitchen, in kind. replace shower wall liner in bathroom.

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