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222-224 16Th Ave

Central Richmond, SF 94118 1418042 2 units · 2 fl · 1915

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low risk of further maintenance problems 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
Above average
avg 0.5
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), above 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 222-224 16Th 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 1915
2 or more units
2 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 1915
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1915
Total area3,400 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1418042
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Schadt Lawrence Edward & Fr 222 16Th Ave San Francisco CA 94118
Last sale

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224 16th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
222 16th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The property at 222-224 16th Avenue is a two-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1915, located in San Francisco's Central Richmond neighborhood. The building has undergone significant recent improvements, with major renovation work completed in 2021 including bathroom remodeling, kitchen updates, window replacements, and electrical system upgrades. The owners invested approximately $160,000 in comprehensive updates including new subpanels, interior painting, and flooring improvements. More recent works include the conversion of a basement kitchen to a wet bar in late 2022, and the installation of two tankless water heaters in May 2023, though this installation initially resulted in a plumbing violation that was later resolved in August 2024. The building's systems have been regularly maintained, with records showing furnace replacements and multiple window upgrades, including the installation of energy-efficient windows with U-factors below 0.30.

The property has had minimal issues affecting resident experience, with the most significant historical problems being related to tree maintenance in 2021 and a sewage backup incident in 2015. The tree-related concerns were addressed through proper city channels, and the sewage issue was resolved promptly. The building's maintenance record shows attention to both interior and exterior upkeep, including stucco replacement and painting work completed in 2005, though some permits from that time have since expired. Recent plumbing and electrical upgrades demonstrate ongoing investment in maintaining modern building systems, though the initial violation regarding the tankless water heaters installation suggests occasional lapses in permitting procedures.

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Risk rating

How 222-224 16Th 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
99thpercentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 22 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
96%
No DBI
violation
4%
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.

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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 4%
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

222-224 16Th Ave event timeline

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2023
Plumbing Permit May 15
Bring (2) tankless water heaters up to code.
Complete
Building Violation (NOV)May 08
A complaint hsa beel filed regarding the following plumbing violation observed during a plumbing inspection by the district inspector. installation of 2 tankless w/h without the benefit of a plumbing permit. monthly monitoring fee applies. code/section: sfbc 110a, table 1a-k code/section: sfpc chap's 1, 3, 4, 5, 6

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