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768 9Th Ave

Inner Richmond, SF 94118 1651043 10 units · 2 fl · 1908

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Inner Richmond
Above average
avg 0.9
6
FewerMore

This building has 6 novs (7y), above the Inner Richmond average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 768 9Th 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 1908
2 or more units
10 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
Units10
Floors2
Year built1908
Total area11,400 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1651043
Ownership

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

Owner name
Golden Gate Square Llc
Mailing address
C/o Marvin Frankel 1819 Polk St #350 San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale
101618

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Initial analysis

The 10-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 768 9th Avenue in the Inner Richmond, currently owned by Golden Gate Square LLC, has undergone several significant renovations since its construction in 1908. The most recent major work involved water damage and mold issues reported in late 2023, which follows a pattern of moisture-related problems that have persisted over the years, including multiple complaints about mold and water damage between 2019 and 2023. Recent improvements include a completed final inspection in 2018 confirming work done under a 2015 remodel of Unit 4 ($95,000 renovation), which included kitchen and bathroom upgrades, electrical service replacement, and room reconfigurations. The building experienced multiple building violations in 2002, including issues with fire safety, drainage, and stair repairs, though all were abated by June 2002. More recent concerns include a 2019 plumbing issue related to an exhaust system installation and various complaints about window and ventilation issues.

The property's maintenance history shows regular upkeep and improvements, with several street space permits issued between 2015-2018. Unit renovations have included bathroom and kitchen remodels in Units 4 and 12, as well as electrical system upgrades. The building has received individual unit complaints over the years regarding various maintenance issues, including a 2023 complaint about damaged walls/ceilings. While there have been routine fire safety inspections, including one in 2018 regarding extinguishers, no significant fire safety violations have been documented since 2002. The property has been subject to numerous 311 calls regarding exterior maintenance issues, primarily related to garbage and debris on the property, which have generally been resolved through normal city services. Recent construction work has sparked concerns among residents about proper permit postings and construction notifications, though these issues were addressed through the appropriate channels.

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Risk rating

How 768 9Th 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
2th percentile

Out of 1723 buildings in this neighborhood, 1689 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
30%
No DBI
violation
70%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

Building size

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 15.6%
Moderate concern 41.7%
Severe concern 42.7%
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

768 9Th Ave event timeline

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

2026
DBI Complaint Mar 10
Date last observed: 05-jan-26; floor: 1; unit: 6; exact location: rear bldg; building type: residence/dwelling no heat; plumbing leak; ; additional information: heater does not work because of a plumbing leak issue;
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