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416 Precita Ave

Bernal Heights, SF 94110 5526039 2 units · 2 fl · 1880

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 Bernal Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.2
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Bernal Heights average of 1.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 416 Precita 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 1880
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 1880
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 built1880
Total area1,720 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot5526039
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
416 Precita Ave San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
May 14, 2021

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Initial analysis

416 Precita Avenue is a two-unit multi-family residential building located in Bernal Heights, constructed in 1880 and currently owned by Matthew Lent. The property has undergone significant renovation work over the past few years, with major projects including comprehensive bathroom and kitchen remodels in both units (2021), followed by structural upgrades in late 2021-2022 that involved joist and shear wall improvements, roof repairs, and exterior wall maintenance. The building has an active permit filed in December 2022 for both horizontal and vertical additions, proposing a one-story extension and a new fourth floor with deck, though this permit is currently listed as "On Hold." Recent improvements include the installation of a solar panel system in 2023 (E202308299048) consisting of 16 modules with a total capacity of 6.4 kW.

The building has experienced several maintenance and compliance issues over its history, most notably a cluster of violations in May 2018 related to stair repairs, floor coverings, and wall damage, all of which were abated by August 2018. There was also a concerning heating system complaint in late 2015 that indicates previous maintenance challenges. More recently, there were complaints in 2021-2022 regarding unpermitted construction work, though these were marked as not active. The property has undergone multiple permit modifications and renewals, particularly between 2021-2024, showing ongoing improvement work. Several 311 calls from 2023-2024 have been logged for issues near the property, including graffiti, tree maintenance concerns, and a burnt-out streetlight, though these are external to the building itself.

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Risk rating

How 416 Precita 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
35thpercentile

Out of 1276 buildings in this neighborhood, 829 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
66%
No DBI
violation
34%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Neighborhood location

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DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 34%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

416 Precita Ave event timeline

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

2024
Building Permit Dec 05
To obtain final inspection for work approved under pa# 202211045876 & pa# 202205093811. all work is complete.
$1 · Complete
Building PermitDec 05
To obtain final inspection for work approved under pa# 20211007036 & pa# 202105281257. all work is complete.

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