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302-308 26Th Ave

Central Richmond, SF 94121 1408037 4 units · 2 fl · 1922

This building has significantly more problems than most nearby buildings. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Central Richmond
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.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 302-308 26Th 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 1922
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.

Building characteristics
Units4
Floors2
Year built1922
Total area5,410 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1408037
Ownership

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

Owner name
Elvin Trust
Mailing address
Jon Elvin, Tte 134 Sailview Dr Forest VA 24551
Last sale
042798

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306 26th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
304 26th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
308 26th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
302 26th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Initial analysis

The four-unit, two-story apartment building at 302-308 26th Avenue in the Central Richmond, owned by Elvin Trust, has a mixed maintenance history since its construction in 1922. Most recently, in September 2024, non-structural siding replacement work was completed on the building's rear, though concerns were raised in August 2024 about potentially unpermitted work involving mold remediation and debris management. A notable cluster of violations was documented in 2003, primarily relating to lead paint hazards and fire safety issues, including requirements for sprinklers over garbage receptacles and fire escape maintenance; these violations were officially abated by December 2008. Earlier concerns from 1995 indicated problems with the rear porch and stairs, which were reportedly deteriorating and needed repair, along with related safety issues. A recent building inspection in May 2024 identified concerns about mold, electrical equipment, and stair safety in unit 306, while an open complaint from 1995 remains regarding porch collapse concerns.

The building's maintenance pattern shows periodic attention to necessary repairs, though some issues have recurred over time. Historical permits reveal various improvements, including stair and landing replacements in 1995 and bathroom renovations in 1989. Recent activity has generated multiple 311 calls in 2023-2024 related to sidewalk cleaning and debris management around the property, though most were resolved promptly. A single fire incident record from 2013 shows a carbon monoxide detector activation with no CO detected and no civilian injuries. The building's age and history suggest ongoing maintenance requirements continue to be a factor for resident quality of life.

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Risk rating

How 302-308 26Th 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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
14th percentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 1935 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
64%
No DBI
violation
36%
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 size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 52.4%
Moderate concern 36.0%
Severe concern 11.6%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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302-308 26Th Ave event timeline

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

2025
311 Request Dec 15
Abandoned vehicle
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestOct 30
Abandoned vehicle

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