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5126-5128 3Rd St

Bayview, SF 94124 5358027 4 units · 2 fl · 1927

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high risk of further maintenance problems 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 Bayview — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 4.6
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Bayview average of 4.6.

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 5126-5128 3Rd 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 1927
2 or more units
4 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC3
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
Units4
Floors2
Year built1927
Total area2,460 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot5358027
Ownership

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

Mailing address
5126 3rd St San Francisco CA 94124
Last sale
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5126 03rd St, San Francisco, CA 94124
5128 03rd St, San Francisco, CA 94124
5128 A 03rd St, San Francisco, CA 94124
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Initial analysis

The Bayview multi-family residential building at 5126-5128 3rd Street is a two-story, four-unit property constructed in 1927 and currently owned by Officers For Justice Of Sf. The building has experienced several significant events, the most critical being recent fire damage in May 2024 to the rear corner section, including issues with the rear stair landing and railing, which has resulted in active building violations. The property has a history of improvements and repairs, including voluntary seismic strengthening completed in 2007 ($6,000), ADA restroom upgrades ($7,000), and multiple window replacements. A notable fire incident occurred in 2011 when repairs were made to address damage from an adjacent structure's fire ($2,500). In 2018, the building was cited for non-compliance with the Commercial Water Conservation Ordinance, which remains an active violation. The structure has undergone various maintenance work, including electrical upgrades (most recently in 2019) and plumbing improvements.

The property has had multiple service calls in 2024, primarily relating to parking violations and reports of garbage and debris near the property. Compliance and maintenance issues have persisted through the years, including an expired permit for window replacements from 2007 ($8,360), and more recent concerns about commercial water conservation compliance. The building's maintenance history shows periodic attention to structural and accessibility improvements, though some permits show as expired or have resulted in violations that remain unresolved. The most pressing current issue appears to be the recent fire damage and associated safety concerns, which may have significant implications for resident safety and building habitability.

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Risk rating

How 5126-5128 3Rd 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
19thpercentile

Out of 382 buildings in this neighborhood, 309 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
41%
No DBI
violation
59%
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 location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 59%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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5126-5128 3Rd St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Apr 02
Missing side sewer vent cover
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