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1326 20Th Ave

Central Sunset, SF 94122 1774039 10 units · 3 fl · 1965

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high 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 Central Sunset — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Central Sunset average of 0.7.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1326 20Th 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 1965
2 or more units
10 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 1965
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
Units10
Floors3
Year built1965
Total area8,697 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1774039
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
35718 Hillside Ct Fremont CA 94536
Last sale
July 02, 2010

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Initial analysis

1326 20th Avenue is a 10-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building built in 1965, currently owned by Lin Grace, located in the Central Sunset neighborhood. The property has undergone several significant improvements in recent years, most notably a comprehensive seismic retrofit project in late 2023, which included the addition of multiple shearwalls across all floors to enhance structural stability. In September 2024, the building addressed moisture ingress issues by replacing three windows on the front facade and repairing the stucco wall. The building has a documented history of water-related maintenance issues, including past window leaks (2010, 2012) and water damage repairs, though recent window replacements suggest these issues are being proactively managed.

The property has experienced various maintenance and safety inspections over the years, with several fire safety system-related violations and corrective actions recorded between 2006 and 2023, including issues with alarm systems, extinguishers, and blocked exits. While historical violations from 2000 related to fire safety and interior surfaces were resolved promptly, the building has generally maintained compliance with housing codes since then. Recent inspections have noted sidewalk defects (2024) and occasional issues with street cleanliness (2023) outside the building. The property underwent a routine apartment inspection in 2014, and several building improvements have been documented over the years, including roof replacements and window repairs. Recent maintenance activities, such as seismic retrofitting and window replacements, suggest active building management and investment in property upkeep.

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Risk rating

How 1326 20Th 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
2ndpercentile

Out of 814 buildings in this neighborhood, 798 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
28%
No DBI
violation
72%
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.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 72%
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

1326 20Th Ave event timeline

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2025
Fire Complaint Sep 04
Extinguishers
No Merit

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