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227-229 5Th Ave

Inner Richmond, SF 94118 1428005 2 units · 3 fl · 1907

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Inner Richmond
At or below average
avg 0.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Inner Richmond average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 227-229 5Th 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
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.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors3
Year built1907
Total area2,590 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1428005
Ownership

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

Owner name
Bock Sharmin
Mailing address
227 5th Ave San Francisco CA 94118
Last sale
021016

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229 05th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
227 05th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 227-229 5th Avenue in the Inner Richmond district, owned by Sharmin Bock and constructed in 1907, consists of two units and has undergone several significant renovations over the years. Most recently, in July 2023, a $65,000 improvement project was completed including interior painting of various rooms, deck repairs, and door/window replacements. Earlier substantial renovations occurred in 2010-2011, when a new family room was added, kitchen and dining areas renovated, and bathroom improvements made for $135,000, along with comprehensive electrical and plumbing upgrades including a rainwater collection system. The building has also seen modern improvements such as the installation of a Tesla charging station in 2016 and HVAC system upgrades in 2011.

Two notable complaints were filed in July 2023 regarding unpermitted work, though these were abated within one to two months. The property has experienced recurring issues with street cleanliness and parking enforcement, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls between 2020 and 2024, particularly regarding garbage, debris, and driveway blocking. A significant tree-related incident occurred in December 2021 following storms. While the recent renovations indicate ongoing maintenance and upgrading of the property, the frequency of street cleaning issues and some parking concerns could affect the immediate area around the building. The property appears to be well-maintained from a structural and systems perspective, with multiple modernization efforts documented through building and permit records.

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Risk rating

How 227-229 5Th 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
34th percentile

Out of 1723 buildings in this neighborhood, 1137 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
78%
No DBI
violation
22%
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.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 67.7%
Moderate concern 28.0%
Severe concern 4.3%
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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227-229 5Th Ave event timeline

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2024
311 Request May 03
Blocking driveway cite tow
White - Ford Fusion - 9LKJ

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