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4642 18Th St

Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights, SF 94114 2658014 2 units · 2 fl · 1928

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, but recent activity points to a low risk of further maintenance problems in 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 Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.4
5
FewerMore

This building has 5 novs (7y), above the Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights average of 1.4.

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 4642 18Th St 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 1928
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.

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 1928
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1928
Total area1,800 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot2658014
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
James Carl Moora, Trustee 8 Gaviota Way San Francisco CA 94127
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 4642 18th Street in the Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights neighborhood, owned by Survivors Trust, has a documented history dating back to its 1928 construction. The most significant recent issue involved multiple building violations filed on October 23, 2023, primarily concerning exterior maintenance and safety concerns, including peeling paint, weatherproofing issues, and lead hazard warnings. These violations, which were particularly concerning due to a neighbor's report about paint debris potentially affecting their property, were officially abated on June 20, 2024, following a Notice of Violation (NOV) issued on January 11, 2024. The property has also undergone important infrastructure work, with a complete sewer and house-trap replacement completed in December 2024.

The building's maintenance history shows some recurring issues with exterior upkeep, notably documented in1997 when concerns about rotting and algae-covered back stairs were quickly addressed. The property's recent history shows several parking-related incidents near the property, with two confirmed driveway blocking cases in late 2024, though one could not be validated by responding officers. While the property experienced minimal garbage-related complaints in 2022-2023, these were typical urban street maintenance issues. A review of fire incident records shows one unintentional fire incident with no reported civilian injuries, though no specific date or details are provided. The building's age and recent violation history suggest ongoing attention to exterior maintenance and safety systems may be necessary, while the completed sewer work indicates some infrastructure improvements have been prioritized.

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Risk rating

How 4642 18Th St'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
60thpercentile

Out of 1278 buildings in this neighborhood, 511 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
80%
No DBI
violation
20%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

DBI complaints, owner's portfolio

Complaints across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

Owner's portfolio size

Number of SF parcels this owner is registered on — larger portfolios have distinct risk patterns.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 20%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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4642 18Th St event timeline

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2025
311 Request Feb 17
Blocking driveway cite only
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