395 29th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121

The property at 395 29th Avenue is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building located in San Francisco's Central Richmond neighborhood. Built in 1923 and classified as a Flats & Duplex building, it has undergone several significant maintenance and improvement projects over the years. Most recently, in July 2020, the roof was replaced at a cost of $19,000, and a 2.68 kW solar PV system consisting of eight roof-mounted modules was installed.

The building faced a notable cluster of housing violations in 2016, when multiple issues were identified including problems with interior paint (including lead hazard concerns), exterior wall damage, and weatherproofing deficiencies, which were all officially abated by February 2017. Historical records show earlier structural concerns, including a report in 1994 about an unsafe fireplace/chimney and crumbling walls in the laundry room, and a 1985 complaint regarding sagging living room floor issues. The building has also received attention for utility-related matters, with recent inspections and interactions primarily focusing on sidewalk access and utility work-related excavations during 2023.

The surrounding area has experienced typical urban challenges, as evidenced by recent 311 calls in 2023-2024 regarding street cleaning, illegal postings, and parking enforcement issues. While there was one fire department response recorded for detector activation with no fire, no civilian injuries were reported. The property owner, Nathan Lee, has maintained the property for several decades, and while there have been periods of significant maintenance requirements as evidenced by the 2016 violations, recent improvements such as the solar installation suggest ongoing investment in property upkeep. The building's age and history of various repairs indicate typical maintenance patterns for a structure of this vintage in San Francisco, with particular attention needed to address weatherproofing and structural issues as they arise.