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807-809 Russia Ave

Excelsior, SF 94112 6092014 2 units · 1 fl · 1927

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, and our model puts it at a low risk of maintenance problems over the next 12 months. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Excelsior — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.4
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Excelsior average of 1.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 807-809 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 1927
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 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
Units2
Floors1
Year built1927
Total area1,230 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6092014
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
807 Russia Ave San Francisco CA 94112
Last sale
February 18, 1999

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809 Russia Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112
807 Russia Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112
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Initial analysis

The two-unit multi-family residential building at 807-809 Russia Avenue in the Excelsior neighborhood, owned by Zhen Zhuan Juan, has undergone several significant maintenance and improvement projects since its construction in 1927. The most recent major improvement was completed in 2017, involving the installation of aluminum wood-clad double-hung windows in the front facade to meet emergency escape and fire safety requirements. The property experienced compliance issues in early 2014 when unauthorized interior remodeling work was discovered in unit 809, including kitchen and bathroom modifications, which led to a notice of violation and subsequent permitted work totaling approximately $29,277 to correct the unauthorized renovations, along with associated electrical and plumbing upgrades.

The building has also required ongoing maintenance, including a complete reroofing project in 2017 (cost: $7,300) and an electrical service upgrade to 125A in 2012. Of particular concern is a documented history of sewer system issues, with multiple 311 calls reporting sewage back-ups from the 4-inch vent in mid-2022. The property has experienced recurring issues with vehicles parking on the sidewalk adjacent to the property, with at least six documented incidents between 2019 and 2023, and one notable sidewalk defect incident in June 2020 involving a collapsed section that required attention from SFPUC Water utilities. While the building has undergone various improvements and maintenance activities, the history of unauthorized renovations and recent sewer issues suggest areas requiring ongoing attention.

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Risk rating

How 807-809 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

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
62ndpercentile

Out of 337 buildings in this neighborhood, 128 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
73%
No DBI
violation
27%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood location

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Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 27%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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