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1216-1218 4Th Ave

Inner Sunset, SF 94122 1747019 3 units · 2 fl · 1907

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 Sunset
At or below average
avg 1.1
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Inner Sunset average of 1.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1216-1218 4Th 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 1907
2 or more units
3 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
Units3
Floors2
Year built1907
Total area3,318 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1747019
Ownership

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

Owner name
Wayne T & Christine W Hiros
Mailing address
Hiroshima Wayne T & Christi 1216 4Th Ave San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale
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1216 04th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
1218 04th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Initial analysis

The three-unit multi-family residential building at 1216-1218 4th Avenue in the Inner Sunset, owned by Wayne T & Christine W Hiros, has undergone several significant improvements since its construction in 1907. Most recently, in late 2022, the property received voluntary seismic upgrades including the installation of shear walls, hold downs, anchor bolts, insulation, and drywall in the garage, representing a proactive investment of $9,850 in structural safety. The building has seen consistent maintenance of essential systems, including three roofing projects over the years (with the most recent in 2017 costing $8,000), and major infrastructure upgrades including a complete gas pipe replacement from meter to property line in 2019, electrical panel replacement and circuit additions in 2019, and sewer line replacement in 2008.

Earlier improvements include a bathroom remodel and laundry room upgrade in 2005 at 1218 4th Avenue, along with window replacements in 2004. The property has received proper attention to both safety and comfort systems, as evidenced by the systematic updates to electrical, plumbing, and structural components. A recent 311 call from February 2024 regarding loose garbage on the street/sidewalk was transferred to public health for investigation, though this appears to be an external issue rather than a building-specific concern. The building's maintenance record shows regular upkeep and strategic improvements over nearly two decades, with particular attention paid to structural integrity, safety systems, and unit comfort.

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Risk rating

How 1216-1218 4Th 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
49th percentile

Out of 1493 buildings in this neighborhood, 761 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
82%
No DBI
violation
18%
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.

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

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 76.8%
Moderate concern 17.0%
Severe concern 6.2%
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

1216-1218 4Th Ave event timeline

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

2022
Building Permit Dec 28
Installation fo 50 sq ft of 1/2" shear wall at some perimeter walls at garage only also 9 holdowns and 20 5/8 anchore bolts and install r-19 insulation and 5/8" drywall at garage ceiling. this is a voluntary installation.
$9,850 · Complete

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