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38-44 Ramona Ave

Mission Dolores, SF 94103 3545069 4 units · 2 fl · 1912

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 Mission Dolores
At or below average
avg 2.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Mission Dolores average of 2.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 38-44 Ramona 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 1912
2 or more units
4 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.

Building characteristics
Units4
Floors2
Year built1912
Total area4,140 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3545069
Ownership

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

Owner name
Ellis Ross Anderson Revoc I
Mailing address
Anderson Ellis Ross Trustee 150 Post St Ste 742 San Francisco CA 94108
Last sale
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42 Ramona Ave, San Francisco, CA 94103
44 Ramona Ave, San Francisco, CA 94103
38 Ramona Ave, San Francisco, CA 94103
40 Ramona Ave, San Francisco, CA 94103
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Initial analysis

The property at 38-44 Ramona Ave is a two-story, four-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1912 in the Mission Dolores neighborhood, currently owned by the Ellis Ross Anderson Revocable Trust. The building has undergone numerous significant renovations and improvements over the past two decades, with the most recent major work being the replacement of 10 street-facing windows in 2020 ($15,945), restoring them to their original style with ogee lugs. The building has seen substantial modernization efforts, including multiple HVAC upgrades (furnace replacements in 2015, gas fireplace installation in 2021), electrical system improvements (new LED lighting, smoke detectors), and various interior renovations including kitchen and bathroom remodels.

Though most renovation work has been completed properly, there have been some concerning incidents. In July 2014, there were complaints regarding improper handling of paint and debris during renovation work, with concerns about lead paint and safety. The building has also experienced recurring issues with sidewalk parking violations, with multiple reports between 2022 and 2024, though these are not directly related to building conditions. Historical violations from 2006-2010 included concerns about an unpermitted wall heater installation and various safety issues, though all were promptly addressed and abated. The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep and modernization efforts, suggesting active management of the property and responsiveness to maintenance needs.

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Risk rating

How 38-44 Ramona 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

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
60th percentile

Out of 799 buildings in this neighborhood, 320 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
68%
No DBI
violation
32%
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.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

The ZIP code captures local housing market and enforcement patterns that affect all buildings in the area.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 54.7%
Moderate concern 22.2%
Severe concern 23.1%
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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38-44 Ramona Ave event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Feb 16
Blocking driveway cite tow
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestJan 02
Parking on sidewalk

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