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324 32Nd Ave

Central Richmond, SF 94121 1402038 6 units · 2 fl · 1962

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, but recent activity points to a low risk of further maintenance problems in 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 Central Richmond — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.5
5
FewerMore

This building has 5 novs (7y), above the Central Richmond average of 0.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 324 32Nd 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 1962
2 or more units
6 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 1962
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
Units6
Floors2
Year built1962
Total area4,550 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1402038
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
423 31st Ave San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale
August 24, 2020

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Initial analysis

Situated in San Francisco's Central Richmond neighborhood, 324 32nd Avenue is a two-story, 6-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1962 and currently owned by Liu May C. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues, particularly regarding moisture control and heating systems, with the most recent complaint in January 2024 citing water intrusion, no heat, and mold problems in Unit #3. This follows several prior incidents of water-related issues, including a pattern of black mold complaints documented from 2011 through 2024. Recent improvements demonstrate the owner's attention to building safety, including a 2023 upgrade to the fire alarm system to comply with San Francisco Fire Code requirements, and the completion of various maintenance projects in 2024 such as window replacement and wall repairs following a housing complaint.

The building's maintenance history shows significant infrastructure improvements over the past decade, including a sewer line replacement in 2021, re-roofing in 2018, and a comprehensive bathroom remodel in Unit 5. A cluster of violations in February 2017, which designated the property as a "nuisance" under Section 1001-d of the San Francisco Housing Code, included multiple interior maintenance issues such as inadequate heating, damaged walls, plumbing problems, and the need for smoke detectors, though these were officially abated by March 2024. While the building has had two documented fire incidents (one false alarm and one contained cooking fire) with no injuries reported, there was a fire alarm system correction required and completed in 2023, suggesting active management of safety systems. The property's historical records also show regular routine inspections by Housing Inspection Services from 1999 to 2024, indicating ongoing monitoring of building conditions by city authorities.

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Risk rating

How 324 32Nd 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
37thpercentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 1418 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
83%
No DBI
violation
17%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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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
Low failure risk 17%
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

324 32Nd Ave event timeline

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

2024
Building Permit Mar 18
Replace 3 windows on second level back side (east).
$7,900 · Complete
Building PermitFeb 20
Conduct work to comply with item #2 in complaint# 202418704: repair damaged interior walls due to moisture.

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