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335 27Th Ave

Central Richmond, SF 94121 1406006 4 units · 2 fl · 1907

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 Central Richmond — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.5
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Central Richmond average of 0.5.

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 335 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 1907
2 or more units
4 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 1907
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 built1907
Total area1,994 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1406006
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Lee Mary Ttee 1600 Davis Dr Burlingame CA 94010
Last sale
May 04, 2022

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Initial analysis

The 4-unit multi-family residential building at 335 27th Avenue in the Central Richmond neighborhood is a 2-story apartment structure built in 1907, currently owned by the Mary Lee Revocable Trust. The building has undergone several significant improvements over the years, including a main service electrical upgrade in 2008 with a 200-amp service panel installation, two roofing projects (2006 and 2012, costing $8,000 and $10,000 respectively), and various repairs to apartments B and C in 2007 to address code violations. These violations, originally filed in 2003, included issues with handrails, stairs, deck railings, bathroom window dry rot, and concerns about lead paint hazards, all of which were ultimately abated by March 2010.

More recent events include a 2021 complaint regarding unauthorized bathroom and sleeping area modifications in the rear structure, which was resolved within a month, and a September 2023 complaint about work being done without proper permits, though this was quickly addressed the following day. The building's maintenance history shows attention to safety issues, with work done to address multiple building violations over the years, including repairs to stairs and handrails, water drainage systems, and fire safety equipment. The property has undergone regular maintenance, including roof replacements and electrical system upgrades, though some historical concerns about lead paint and various safety features indicate periods of deferred maintenance that required formal violations to prompt correction.

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Risk rating

How 335 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
8thpercentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 2070 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
53%
No DBI
violation
47%
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.

Building age

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

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 47%
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

335 27Th Ave event timeline

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

2023
DBI Complaint Sep 06
Date last observed: 05-sep-23; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling work w/o permit; ; additional information: has not met permit issuance deadline for complaint 202182998;
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