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1318-1320 5Th Ave

Inner Sunset, SF 94122 1759042 2 units · 2 fl · 1908

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 1318-1320 5Th 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
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
Floors2
Year built1908
Total area2,827 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1759042
Ownership

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

Owner name
Henry William M Est Of
Mailing address
Hammond Utopia 1318 5Th Ave San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale
062620

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1320 05th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
1318 05th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Initial analysis

The property at 1318-1320 5th Avenue is a two-story, multi-family residential building constructed in 1908, currently owned by the Henry William M Estate. The building is undergoing significant renovations as of late 2024, with major work including interior remodeling, structural retrofitting, and comprehensive system upgrades valued at $350,000. Recent improvements encompass new windows (excluding front windows which were previously upgraded), rewiring, new plumbing, and a heating system installation in unit 1320. Additional completed work includes the addition of three skylights (October 2024), re-roofing projects (with one permit cancelled, two completed), and the replacement of ten front windows with energy-efficient models. A significant foundation replacement project was filed in September 2024, aiming to improve ceiling height consistency in the basement and address drainage issues.

The building's maintenance history reveals some concerns about resident comfort and safety. A building complaint filed in October 2022 reported issues including lack of heat, ceiling leaks, and accessibility problems, though this complaint is currently listed as not active. The property has also experienced multiple parking enforcement issues in 2023, with vehicles blocking driveways on two occasions. Historical records show earlier concerns including hazardous materials (2018), property damage from tree roots (2018), and general complaints that were resolved through communication with residents. The building's electrical infrastructure received an upgrade in 2003 with a 125A main service upgrade and underground service conversion. Recent planning records indicate ongoing window replacements and excavation work to create new sunken patio areas and improved grade alignment.

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Risk rating

How 1318-1320 5Th 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
89th percentile

Out of 1493 buildings in this neighborhood, 164 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
90%
No DBI
violation
10%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Building age

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

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 78.8%
Moderate concern 14.7%
Severe concern 6.5%
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

1318-1320 5Th Ave event timeline

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

2026
Plumbing Permit Apr 06
To renew pw20250320909: for final inspection.
Reinstated
Electrical PermitJan 21
Rewire entire floor, garaga/basement, add sub panel

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