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1375 27Th Ave

Central Sunset, SF 94122 1782012B 5 units · 2 fl · 1927

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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
Above average
avg 0.7
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), above the Central Sunset average of 0.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1375 27Th 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 1927
2 or more units
5 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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 1927
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
Units5
Floors2
Year built1927
Total area4,573 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1782012B
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Jean B & Annie F Lorda Trus 242 Richardson Dr Mill Valley CA 94941
Last sale
May 22, 2017

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Initial analysis

Located in San Francisco's Central Sunset neighborhood, 1375 27th Avenue is a two-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1927, containing 5 units owned by the Lorda Family Trust. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the past decade, most notably a completed soft-story retrofit in 2017 (Tier 3), which demonstrates compliance with seismic safety requirements. Major renovations in 2017-2018 included interior alterations to ground-level dwelling and laundry/storage areas, along with comprehensive electrical rewiring that upgraded lighting, switches, receptacles, and added safety features like smoke detectors. Recent maintenance work in 2023 addressed chimney safety concerns, with the installation of new flue pipes, following two complaints in February 2023 about potential instability.

The building has maintained compliance with safety requirements, though there were historical issues with the back stairs and handrails in 2001, which were resolved in early 2002 along with the installation of smoke detectors. A deposit slip from 2021 indicated the building had two illegal but nonconforming units, though recent permits suggest these have been regularized. The property has experienced periodic street-level maintenance issues, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls regarding sidewalk cleaning and parking enforcement between 2022-2023, though these are typical for urban settings. A sewer backup issue was reported and resolved in December 2022, along with several parking violations that were properly addressed through citations. The building's maintenance record shows regular attention to infrastructure needs, including reroofing work in 2011 and various plumbing system upgrades.

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Risk rating

How 1375 27Th 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
4thpercentile

Out of 814 buildings in this neighborhood, 781 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
48%
No DBI
violation
52%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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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.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 52%
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

1375 27Th Ave event timeline

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2026
DBI Complaint Apr 03
Date last observed: 02-apr-26; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling other building; ; additional information: old unused communication cables have come loose off the building and are hanging low across the street and sidewalk. please inform responsible party to removed the old telecom cables. ;
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