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775-777 18Th Ave

Central Richmond, SF 94121 1661008 2 units · 3 fl · 1922

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Central Richmond
Above average
avg 0.5
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), above the Central Richmond average of 0.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 775-777 18Th 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
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
Units2
Floors3
Year built1922
Total area4,216 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1661008
Ownership

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

Owner name
Sadovnikov Alexander Ii
Mailing address
777 18th Ave San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale
062000

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775 18th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
777 18th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 775-777 18th Avenue, located in San Francisco's Central Richmond neighborhood, was constructed in 1922 and contains two units. The property, currently owned by Alexander Ii Sadovnikov, has undergone several significant renovations and maintenance projects over its lifetime, including a foundation strengthening project in 2009 costing $15,000, installation of replacement wood windows in 2005 ($15,000), and a complete reroofing in 1993. Most recently, there have been concerning violations and complaints regarding unpermitted work in early 2024, including the installation of a wet bar with sink, stove top, kitchen hood, and bathroom remodeling in the upper unit, which prompted an active building violation. Additional complaints were filed about unpermitted hydronic heating boiler installation and structural changes, with specific safety concerns raised about potential gas explosions and neighborhood safety. The property has experienced recurring sewer-related issues, with multiple reports of sewage backups in 2010 and 2015, as well as catch basin maintenance needs in 2010. Recent maintenance activities include a backflow device installation completed in June 2024. The building has also had several parking-related incidents recorded through 311 calls, primarily related to vehicles blocking driveways and parking on sidewalks, though these are not directly related to building condition or maintenance. The most recent permitted work on file is a $30,000 remodeling project for a wet bar and bathroom on the second floor, issued in July 2024, which appears to be attempting to address the previously cited building violations.

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Risk rating

How 775-777 18Th 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
10th percentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 2025 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
57%
No DBI
violation
43%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Permit rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building permit rate across the owner's portfolio.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 43.2%
Moderate concern 46.7%
Severe concern 10.1%
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

775-777 18Th Ave event timeline

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

2024
Building Permit Jul 25
To abate 202418386- remodel wet bar located on 2nd floor. upgrade (e) millwork with (n) millwork. replace (e) sink with (n) sink and range hood. remodel bathroom in kind.
$20,000 · Issued
Plumbing PermitJun 18
Add existing backflow device

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