553 5th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The three-story multi-family residential building at 553 5th Avenue in San Francisco's Inner Richmond neighborhood is a two-unit structure built in 1903, currently owned by Jafon Thomas Hakkinen and Tra. The property underwent significant renovation in 2014-2015, including a substantial $380,000 project that relocated a third-floor one-bedroom unit to the first floor and remodeled the second and third floors into three-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom units, along with window and siding replacements at the rear.

This renovation phase also included comprehensive updates to the entire building's electrical systems, plumbing (including the installation of two tankless water heaters and hydraulic heat systems), and the remodeling of multiple bathrooms and kitchens. Historical records show the building has undergone various improvements over the decades, including stucco repairs in 2006, bathroom relocation in 1998, and general repairs in 1991, with earlier modifications such as aluminum window installation in 1984.

During the 2014 renovation period, there was one documented complaint regarding contractor sanitation practices, which was promptly addressed. More recently, there has been a recurring pattern of parking enforcement issues near the property, particularly concerning sidewalk parking, with multiple citations issued between 2019 and 2025, though these are external to the building itself. The property has maintained an active maintenance record with multiple permits and improvements, suggesting ongoing attention to building upkeep and modernization.