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1340-1342 12Th Ave

Inner Sunset, SF 94122 1766036 3 units · 2 fl · 1902

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Inner Sunset — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.1
20
FewerMore

This building has 20 novs (7y), above the Inner Sunset average of 1.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1340-1342 12Th 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 1902
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.

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 1902
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
Units3
Floors2
Year built1902
Total area2,988 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1766036
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Gordon Property Management 1596 Church St San Francisco CA 94131
Last sale
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1340 12th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
1342 12th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Initial analysis

The property at 1340-1342 12th Avenue, a 3-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1902 in San Francisco's Inner Sunset neighborhood, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, between 2020-2021, the building faced multiple serious problems including water intrusion, mold, dry rot, and rodent infestations, as documented in multiple tenant complaints. A major incident occurred in September 2020 when washing machine flooding caused extensive water damage throughout the building. In response to violation notices, the property underwent various repairs, including the replacement of footings, slabs, and area drains in late 2021, though these were initially triggered by issues documented in a November 2021 complaint about water intrusion and mold problems. The building has also required multiple water heater installations and replacements over the years, with the most recent plumbing work in 2022 involving new drains and catch basins.

The property's maintenance history shows recurring issues with building systems and infrastructure, including electrical upgrades (new service, meters, and panel installed in 2005), various plumbing repairs, and structural work. The building has experienced multiple tenant-reported issues between 2019-2023, including problems with stairs, weatherproofing, floor coverings, and hazardous conditions. A tenant buyout occurred in May 2022 for $25,000, involving one tenant. Numerous violations related to safety and maintenance standards were recorded and subsequently addressed, including fire safety concerns and security requirements. Recent 311 calls between 2019-2024 primarily relate to parking enforcement and general maintenance issues, with no significant building-specific concerns reported in the latest calls.

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Risk rating

How 1340-1342 12Th 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
7thpercentile

Out of 1493 buildings in this neighborhood, 1388 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
42%
No DBI
violation
58%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Notices of Violation (past 7 years)

DBI issued Notices of Violation at this address over the last 7 years — a direct record of code enforcement activity.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 58%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1340-1342 12Th Ave event timeline

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2023
Electrical Permit Feb 07
Disconnect and reconnect of electrical lines required for structural work.
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