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527 6Th Ave

Inner Richmond, SF 94118 1549004 6 units · 3 fl · 1963

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 527 6Th 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 1963
2 or more units
6 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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
Units6
Floors3
Year built1963
Total area4,880 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1549004
Ownership

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

Owner name
Edward Dubrovsky Trust
Mailing address
Dubrovsky Edward, Ttee Po Box 16361 San Francisco CA 94116
Last sale
121698

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Initial analysis

The 6-unit multi-family residential building at 527 6th Avenue in the Inner Richmond, owned by Edward Dubrovsky Trust, was constructed in 1963 and stands three stories tall. The most recent significant improvement to the building's safety systems occurred in February 2023, when a comprehensive fire alarm upgrade was completed at a cost of $35,213, including the installation of multiple detectors, sounders, and communication equipment to comply with San Francisco Fire Code requirements. The building has a documented history of fire safety concerns, with violations recorded in 2002 and 2009, including issues with garbage receptacle placement, fire proofing materials, and exit door safety features, though these violations were subsequently abated. A fire incident involving a malfunctioning carbon monoxide detector was recorded, though no civilian injuries were reported.

The property has undergone routine housing inspections in 2002, 2009, and 2015, with the 2009 inspection noting multiple fire safety and egress concerns, particularly regarding garage exit doors and emergency access. More recent inspections in 2023-2024 have primarily focused on parking-related issues, with numerous citations issued for sidewalk parking violations involving a blue Nissan Z350, though these do not directly impact building safety or resident experience. An inspection in March 2022 noted a collapsed sidewalk condition, which was marked but determined not to be egregious. The most recent building improvement, the 2023 fire alarm upgrade, represents a positive step towards enhancing the building's safety systems, particularly given that the building is not equipped with a sprinkler system.

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Risk rating

How 527 6Th 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
33th percentile

Out of 1723 buildings in this neighborhood, 1154 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
77%
No DBI
violation
23%
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.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Building age

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

Owner's portfolio size

Number of SF parcels this owner is registered on — larger portfolios have distinct risk patterns.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 72.8%
Moderate concern 18.2%
Severe concern 9.0%
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

527 6Th Ave event timeline

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

2023
311 Request Mar 18
Parking on sidewalk
Black - Nissan Sport Car - 7ANA910
311 RequestMar 12
Parking on sidewalk

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