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374 25Th Ave

Central Richmond, SF 94121 1409028 6 units · 2 fl · 1962

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, and our model puts it at a low risk of maintenance problems over the next 12 months. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

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 374 25Th 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
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 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 area3,818 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1409028
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Szeto Susan Y K Ttee 46 Idora Ave San Francisco CA 94127
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The 6-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 374 25th Avenue in San Francisco's Central Richmond neighborhood, owned by Susana Y K Szeto Tr, has undergone several significant safety upgrades and maintenance projects since its construction in 1962. Most recently, in May 2023, the building received a substantial fire alarm system upgrade to meet current fire code requirements, including the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas and an updated fire panel system, with an associated cost of $27,000. The building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2015 (tier 3) at a cost of $75,000, demonstrating compliance with current seismic safety standards. Historical records show various maintenance and safety improvements, including a water heater upgrade in 2008, reroofing work in 2001, and dry rot repairs in 1987.

The building has experienced periods requiring attention to safety systems, particularly in the early 2000s, when multiple violations were recorded related to fire safety equipment, including problems with the fire escape ladder, smoke enclosure door closer, alarm system, fire extinguishers, and central alarm system. These violations were all eventually abated by January 20, 2007. A building complaint from December 2015 raised concerns about unauthorized construction work and improper drainage, though this issue appears to have been resolved. More recently, in 2003, there was a complaint regarding intermittent hot water availability, which was promptly addressed within a few days. The property has maintained regular inspections and received necessary updates to its systems, particularly focusing on fire safety compliance, as evidenced by the recent fire alarm system upgrade and previous fire safety improvements.

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Risk rating

How 374 25Th 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
25thpercentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 1688 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
76%
No DBI
violation
24%
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 size

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

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 24%
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

374 25Th Ave event timeline

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

2023
Building Permit May 26
Upgrade (e) fire alarm system to comply with sffc section 1103.7.6.1
$26,100 · Issued
Electrical PermitMay 01
Modification of an existing fire alarm system by upgrading the fire panel, update all existing devices to be compatible with new facp and provide low frequency sounders in all sleeping areas to meet 75db at pillow to comply with sffd bulletin 1103.7.6.1

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