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18 Gardenside Dr

Twin Peaks, SF 94131 2846006 12 units · 3 fl · 1968

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Twin Peaks
Above average
avg 3.0
5
FewerMore

This building has 5 novs (7y), above the Twin Peaks average of 3.0.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 18 Gardenside Dr 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 1968
2 or more units
12 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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 1968
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
Units12
Floors3
Year built1968
Total area9,374 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot2846006
Ownership

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

Mailing address
319 25th Ave San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale
042596

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Initial analysis

18 Gardenside Drive is a three-story, 12-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1968, currently owned by 18 Gardenside Drive LLC. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the past two decades, including a mandatory soft-story retrofit completed in 2016 ($227,000), electrical system upgrades in 2020 (replacement of FPE equipment including main 200-amp panel and 12 sub panels), and recent window replacements in 2022 ($10,000) involving installation of new aluminum frame windows in all front units. The building has a history of maintenance issues requiring attention to safety systems, with recent concerns including a fire escape ladder maintenance violation recorded in January 2024.

The property has experienced recurring fire safety and building maintenance challenges, with violations noted for fire escape ladders, combustible storage, and various safety systems dating back to 2003 and as recently as 2024. Earlier complaints from the 1990s documented security concerns with doors and windows, which appear to have been addressed through subsequent renovations. Two fire safety incidents were recorded, though both were resolved without civilian injuries or significant consequences. Recent infrastructure improvements include multiple roof replacements (1993, 2003, 2006) and exterior maintenance work such as stucco repairs (2015) and a moment frame installation with garage modifications. The building's location has experienced some environmental challenges, as evidenced by sewer-related issues in 2023, and there have been several routine 311 calls regarding sidewalk cleaning and parking enforcement in the vicinity.

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Risk rating

How 18 Gardenside Dr'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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
49th percentile

Out of 172 buildings in this neighborhood, 88 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
54%
No DBI
violation
46%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 30.8%
Moderate concern 21.4%
Severe concern 47.8%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

18 Gardenside Dr event timeline

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2026
Electrical Permit Jul 30
Online electrical permit: 120 of buildings of 7-12 dwelling units. modification of an existing fire alarm system by upgrading the fire panel, update all existing devices to be compatible with new facp and provide low frequency sounders in all sleeping areas to meet 75db
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