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1355 3Rd Ave

Inner Sunset, SF 94122 1758010 4 units · 2 fl · 1926

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low risk of further maintenance problems in the next 12 months. A few records worth reading before you sign. Check whether they were closed out, and ask what was actually fixed.

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 1355 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 1926
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 1926
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
Floors2
Year built1926
Total area3,650 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1758010
Ownership

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

Mailing address
2750 Sierra Sunrise Ter # 4 Chico CA 95928
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The 4-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 1355 3rd Avenue in the Inner Sunset, owned by Sutton John P & Jane W Trust, has undergone numerous repairs and improvements since its construction in 1926. Most recently, in November 2023, concerns were raised regarding an allegedly unauthorized second bedroom creation in Unit 2, potential gas leak issues with the unit's furnace, and several unpermitted improvements including window replacements, plumbing fixture upgrades, outdoor stairs modifications, and possible washer/dryer installation. Between 2017 and 2021, several significant improvements were made, including electrical system upgrades (200-amp panel installation, new circuits), furnace replacements for all units, water heater updates, and various unit-specific renovations like kitchen improvements in Unit 2. In 2012, important safety work was completed to repair masonry fire boxes in all units and install new metal flue lines with carbon monoxide alarm compliance.

The building has had multiple routine inspections over the years, with violations recorded in 2005 related to various safety and maintenance issues (stairs, doors, gas shutoff, etc.), though these were all abated by May 2017. Various infrastructure improvements have been documented, including window replacements, garage door updates, roof work, and exterior staircase rebuilding. The property has had minimal emergency incidents, with the only fire complaint in 2008 being found to have no merit. Recent plumbing and electrical work has focused on modernizing the building's systems, though some of these improvements have been questioned regarding proper permitting. The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep and system upgrades, with most major systems being addressed over the years, though the recent complaints suggest some current concerns regarding permitting compliance and maintenance.

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Risk rating

How 1355 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
47thpercentile

Out of 1493 buildings in this neighborhood, 791 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
80%
No DBI
violation
20%
DBI violation
likely
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Number of units

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

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12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 20%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

1355 3Rd Ave event timeline

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

2023
DBI Complaint Nov 16
Date last observed: 13-nov-23; time last observed: n/a; identity of person performing the work: the owner is aware of the issu; floor: all; unit: all; exact location: main bldg; building type: other other building; other electrical; other plumbing; other housing; ; additional information: unit 2 is a an unpermitted 2 bedroom in which they cut the floor and gained access to the downstairs space and called it a second bedroom. there are some issues with unit 2's furnace that has gas leak. the side windows facing north and the lowest floor windows of the storage area facing west are all replaced and without permit, there are some changes like new toilets in all units that are replaced and are proabbly not permitted, the outdoor stairs facing north are most likely not the original and not permitted, the roof had a leak to unit 4, and the entire roof should be replaced, water heaters don't have proper bracing, washer and dryer may not be permitted, electrical outlets
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