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318 Russia Ave

Excelsior, SF 94112 6275044 2 units · 3 fl · 1989

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 Excelsior
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 318 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 1989
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
Not rent-controlled. Buildings constructed after 1978 are generally exempt from SF rent increase limits under the Costa-Hawkins Act.

Based on SF Assessor records. Not legal advice — confirm with the SF Rent Board.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors3
Year built1989
Total area4,356 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot6275044
Ownership

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

Owner name
Zhou Huan & Christy Chen Yu
Mailing address
Yu Zhou Huan & Christy Chen 318 Russia Ave San Francisco CA 94112
Last sale
042096

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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 318 Russia Ave in the Excelsior neighborhood was constructed in 1989 and contains two units. The property has undergone several significant maintenance and infrastructure improvements over the years, with the most recent being a fire service pipe replacement in 2022 due to underground leaks, which cost $8,000. The building had a roofing project completed in 2018 costing $8,500, and historical records show the installation of first-floor fire sprinklers and other essential safety features during its initial construction period. Two significant water-related incidents were recorded in the 1990s, including a serious leak in 1995 that rendered a studio unlivable, and a water/sewage issue in 1998-1999 affecting the garage area. More recent plumbing issues were addressed in April 2022, with documented sewage backup and water leak incidents resolved by PUC Sewer Operations.

The property has experienced multiple parking-related issues in recent years, with several reports of vehicles blocking sidewalks between 2020 and 2024, though officers have typically been unable to locate the offending vehicles. A hazardous materials incident was reported and resolved in August 2020. There was one recorded fire incident involving smoke odor, though no civilian injuries were reported. Historical records show that a neighboring property at 332 Russia Avenue underwent a tenant buyout in June 2015 affecting three tenants, with compensation of $45,000. The building's permit history demonstrates consistent attention to safety infrastructure, with historical permits showing proper documentation of various construction phases and modifications during the 1980s.

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Risk rating

How 318 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
37th percentile

Out of 337 buildings in this neighborhood, 212 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
66%
No DBI
violation
34%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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Neighborhood location

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Owner's portfolio size

Number of SF parcels this owner is registered on — larger portfolios have distinct risk patterns.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 67.6%
Moderate concern 13.7%
Severe concern 18.7%
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

318 Russia Ave event timeline

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

2024
311 Request Jan 21
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