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1400 26Th Ave

Central Sunset, SF 94122 1828011 8 units · 2 fl · 1960

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
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 1400 26Th 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 1960
2 or more units
8 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 1960
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
Units8
Floors2
Year built1960
Total area5,735 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1828011
Ownership

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

Mailing address
950 Stockton St Ste 403 San Francisco CA 94108
Last sale
June 01, 1988

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Initial analysis

The 2-story, 8-unit multi-family residential building at 1400 26th Ave, owned by Ling Nam Investment Co, has undergone several significant safety and maintenance upgrades since its construction in 1960. Most recently, in late 2023, the building received a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade (cost: $30,580) to comply with current safety codes, including the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas and updating all devices to be compatible with the new fire alarm control panel. This followed an $20,000 dry rot repair project on the building's north side that summer. The building successfully completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017 (cost: $48,000), achieving Tier 3 compliance under San Francisco's seismic safety program, following an initial failed attempt in 2015.

The property has experienced recurring water-related issues, including significant flooding incidents from Unit 6 in 2011 that affected multiple units and the garage area. More recently, in 2024, there were multiple sewage backup incidents reported from the side sewer vent. The building's maintenance history shows active attention to building codes and safety requirements, with a complete fire alarm system upgrade and stormwater compliance work completed in 2023-2024. While there was a complaint in August 2023 regarding unpermitted construction work, this was resolved within a week. The building has had several 311 calls regarding garbage and debris in the surrounding area, with multiple instances of reports between June 2024 and January 2025, though these pertain to exterior maintenance rather than building conditions.

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Risk rating

How 1400 26Th 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 814 buildings in this neighborhood, 757 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
57%
No DBI
violation
43%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Building size

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 43%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1400 26Th Ave event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Aug 02
Garbage and debris
furniture
311 RequestJun 24
Garbage and debris

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