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372 7Th Ave

Inner Richmond, SF 94118 1438023 3 units · 3 fl · 1993

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 Inner Richmond — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.9
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), above the Inner Richmond average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 372 7Th 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 1993
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC3
Not rent-controlled. Buildings constructed after 1978 are generally exempt from SF rent increase limits under the Costa-Hawkins Act.

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 1993
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
May be covered by AB 1482. The building is old enough for the statewide rent cap (5% + regional CPI, capped at 10% per year) and just-cause protection after 12 months of tenancy.

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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1993
Total area6,831 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1438023
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Yin Helen Trustee 372 7Th Ave San Francisco CA 94118
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The three-story, multi-family residential building at 372 7th Avenue in the Inner Richmond, owned by the Winsor & Helen Yin Revocable Trust, has undergone numerous modifications and faced several regulatory challenges since its construction in 1993. Most notably, there have been ongoing concerns about unauthorized unit conversions and use violations, with multiple permits and enforcement actions related to converting ground floor commercial space to residential units. A significant recent issue involves active complaints (as of October 2024) regarding weight concerns from roof-installed plant shelves. The property has a history of compliance issues, including a 2022 violation regarding an unauthorized window installation at the property line, which was addressed through permit work completing in 2022. The building underwent considerable renovation work in 2021, including kitchen, laundry room, and bathroom remodeling, with both plumbing and electrical permits properly obtained. Past enforcement cases reveal patterns of unauthorized modifications, including a 2015 incident where a garage was converted to office space without permits, though this was eventually resolved. The building's history also includes several parking violations and tree-related issues documented through 311 calls, indicating ongoing challenges with street parking in the area and tree maintenance concerns.

The property's permit history shows attempts to adapt the building to various uses, including efforts to establish a massage establishment and acupuncture clinic, though some proposals (such as converting the lower level to garage/entry/laundry in 2004) were ultimately cancelled. Multiple applications for variances have been submitted to address non-compliance issues regarding exposure, open space, and rear yard requirements, indicating the building's zoning challenges. While many historical compliance issues have been resolved, including the legalization of an acupuncture clinic with massage treatment rooms, the property continues to face scrutiny regarding its unit configuration and commercial/residential use balance, as evidenced by recent building complaints and ongoing investigations.

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Risk rating

How 372 7Th 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
15thpercentile

Out of 1723 buildings in this neighborhood, 1465 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
63%
No DBI
violation
37%
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.

Building size

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

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 37%
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

372 7Th Ave event timeline

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2026
311 Request Aug 02
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