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315-317 Russia Ave

Excelsior, SF 94112 6087014A 5 units · 3 fl · 1951

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Excelsior
Above average
avg 1.4
63
FewerMore

This building has 63 novs (7y), above the Excelsior average of 1.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 315-317 Russia 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 1951
2 or more units
5 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.

Building characteristics
Units5
Floors3
Year built1951
Total area3,583 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6087014A
Ownership

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

Owner name
Bragagnolo Leo Jack&Mary Ja
Mailing address
Mary Jane Bragagnolo 38 Goettingen St San Francisco CA 94134
Last sale
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315 Russia Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112
317 Russia Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112
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Initial analysis

The two-story, four-unit multi-family residential building at 315-317 Russia Avenue in Excelsior, owned by Bragagnolo Leo Jack and Mary Ja, has experienced significant maintenance issues in recent years. Between 2023 and 2024, multiple active complaints have been filed regarding serious health and safety concerns, including mold and mildew problems, damaged walls and ceilings, broken heating systems emitting noxious fumes, and inadequate window insulation. These recent complaints have surpassed 10 in number, with multiple issues reported through Housing Inspection Services, including persistent electrical problems and concerns about building maintenance. The property has a documented history of structural and safety compliance efforts, including the construction of a new 390 square foot ADU in 2021 and termite repair work completed in 2014. Significant building code violations were also addressed in 2001, including safety-related issues such as fire escape maintenance, door security, and fire extinguisher requirements, though these were abated within one month of notice. Recent external concerns have been raised about building appearance, with reports of peeling paint and overgrown vegetation in the backyard, while previous routine inspections in 2011 and 2023 have identified various maintenance needs. The property has experienced recurring issues with sidewalk parking violations, with multiple citations issued between 2022 and 2024.

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Risk rating

How 315-317 Russia 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
1th percentile

Out of 337 buildings in this neighborhood, 334 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
16%
No DBI
violation
84%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 6.6%
Moderate concern 33.8%
Severe concern 59.6%
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

315-317 Russia Ave event timeline

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

2026
DBI Complaint May 20
Date last observed: 19-may-26; time last observed: 11am ; exact location: garage; building type: residence/dwelling work w/o permit; work beyond scope of permit;
Building Inspection Division
Plumbing PermitFeb 11
Remodeling kitchen and bathroom.

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