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1273-1277 3Rd Ave

Inner Sunset, SF 94122 1752006 4 units · 3 fl · 1906

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Inner Sunset — not a forecast
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 1273-1277 3Rd 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 1906
2 or more units
4 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.

Statewide backstop · AB 1482

California Tenant Protection Act of 2019

Even when a building isn't covered by local rent stabilization, the statewide Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) may still apply. It caps annual rent increases and requires the landlord to state a legal reason to end most tenancies.

15+ years since occupancy
Built 1906
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
Local rent control likely takes priority. This building appears to fall under the local ordinance above, which is stronger than AB 1482. Where a local just-cause ordinance applies, its rules govern instead of the state cap.

AB 1482 does not apply to single-family homes and condos unless owned by a corporation, REIT, or an LLC with a corporate member; to owner-occupied duplexes; or to deed-restricted affordable housing. The Act is in effect until January 1, 2030. Not legal advice — see the California landlord–tenant guide.

Building characteristics
Units4
Floors3
Year built1906
Total area4,700 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1752006
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Sonnenblick Samuel & Jeanne 2191 26Th Ave San Francisco CA 94116
Last sale
—

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1275 03rd Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
1277 03rd Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
1273 03rd Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Initial analysis

The 4-unit multi-family residential building at 1273-1277 3rd Avenue in the Inner Sunset, built in 1906, has undergone several significant safety upgrades in recent years, most notably a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade in 2023 costing $25,487 to comply with current fire safety codes, including the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas. The building has a record of addressing safety concerns, with gas leak tests and repairs completed in 2012 for apartments 1 and 2, and historical repairs including reroofing in 2006 and dry rot remediation in 1991.

The property has experienced various maintenance and safety issues over its history, though most have been promptly addressed. In 2000, multiple violations were documented regarding window frames, handrails, and appliances, which were all abated within two months. More recent tenant complaints in 2010 revealed issues with bathroom flooring, water pressure, and window functionality, though these were resolved quickly. The building has undergone regular routine inspections by Housing Inspection Services in 1997, 1999, and 2005, all of which have been marked as not active. Notably, there were two fire alarm system complaints in 2014 and 2015, both of which were promptly corrected, demonstrating the owner's responsiveness to safety concerns. The most recent building upgrades and prompt resolution of various complaints suggest ongoing commitment to maintaining the property, though the age of the building and historical maintenance issues indicate typical challenges associated with older multi-family residences.

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Risk rating

How 1273-1277 3Rd 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

Lower risk — safer than most nearby

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Typical — about average for the neighborhood

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Higher risk — riskier than most nearby

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
35thpercentile

Out of 1493 buildings in this neighborhood, 970 are predicted to be safer. The band is relative to this neighborhood, so a share of every neighborhood falls in each colour.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
72%
No DBI
violation
28%
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.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

The ZIP code captures local housing market and enforcement patterns that affect all buildings in the area.

Building age

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 28%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1273-1277 3Rd Ave event timeline

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

2023
Electrical Permit Aug 15
Modification of an existing fire alarm system by upgrading the fire panel, update all existing devices to be compatible with new facp and provide low frequency sounders in all sleeping areas to meet 75db at pillow to comply with sffd bulletin 1103.7.6.1
Complete
Building PermitJun 07
Upgrade (e) fire alarm system to comply with sffc section 1103.7.6.1

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