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447-449 8Th Ave

Inner Richmond, SF 94118 1536006 2 units · 2 fl · 1922

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 447-449 8Th 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
2 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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1922
Total area3,040 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1536006
Ownership

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

Owner name
Raindrop Properties Llc
Mailing address
2165 California St San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
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447 08th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
449 08th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The property at 447-449 8th Avenue in the Inner Richmond district is a two-unit residential building constructed in 1922, currently owned by Raindrop Properties LLC. The building has undergone significant renovations in recent years, with the most substantial work occurring in 2021-2022. A major remodeling project was completed in 2021 at a cost of $145,000, which included updates to both units with kitchen and bathroom remodels, addition of a new bathroom, and modification of structural elements including infilling an internal exterior stair. This was followed by foundation work in early 2022, costing $45,000, specifically addressing cone foundations at the rear and southeast sections of the property. During the same period, both units received complete plumbing system upgrades, including the installation of new gas furnaces, water heaters, and updated bathroom and kitchen facilities.

The building's infrastructure improvements were complemented by necessary administrative corrections in April 2022, including address corrections for electrical permits to accurately reflect both units. Historical records dating back to 2014 show minimal issues affecting the property, with only one notable incident involving tree root damage to the sidewalk, which was investigated and found to require no further action. The most recent parking-related incidents near the property have been limited to standard enforcement actions, with no pattern of recurring issues. The comprehensive renovation work completed in 2021-2022, including structural, plumbing, and electrical upgrades, indicates significant recent investment in the building's maintenance and modernization, effectively addressing both unit's infrastructure needs.

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Risk rating

How 447-449 8Th 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
96th percentile

Out of 1723 buildings in this neighborhood, 69 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
93%
No DBI
violation
7%
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 age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

Director's hearings, owner's portfolio

Escalated DBI enforcement actions across all of this owner's buildings.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 91.9%
Moderate concern 6.4%
Severe concern 1.7%
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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The story over time

447-449 8Th Ave event timeline

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

2022
Plumbing Permit May 07
Work category: 2m ; installing two gas furnaces for two living units. ducting and vents, flue for furnaces.
Complete
Electrical PermitApr 25
Address correction for ew202111039458. change from 407 08th av to 447 08th ave.

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