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5225 Mission St

Croker Amazon, SF 94112 6462022 13 units · 2 fl · 1982

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, but our model still flags a rising risk of maintenance problems in the next 12 months. That forecast comes from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area, not from this building's own record — treat it as a reason to ask questions, not as evidence of a problem. 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 Croker Amazon — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Croker Amazon average of 2.9.

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 5225 Mission 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 1982
2 or more units
13 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC2
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.

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 1982
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
May be covered by AB 1482. The building is old enough for the statewide rent cap (5% + regional CPI, capped at 10% per year) and just-cause protection after 12 months of tenancy.

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
Units13
Floors2
Year built1982
Total area11,200 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6462022
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Sainez Lourdes Trustee 1091 York St San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
November 24, 1997

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Initial analysis

The property at 5225 Mission St is a 13-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1982, currently owned by Lourdes Sainez 2014 Revocab. The building has undergone several significant renovations, including multiple unit remodels (most recently Unit 203 in 2015), window replacements (23 windows in 2012), and various kitchen and bathroom updates. While building maintenance and upgrades have been regular, there have been recurring concerns about the property's systems and maintenance, particularly in recent years. Fire safety systems have required ongoing attention, with multiple alarm system violations recorded between 2019 and 2023, though most were corrected promptly. The building experienced substantial maintenance issues in late 2015, including heating problems, water damage, and various unit-specific complaints, though these were addressed and resolved. Historical records from 2004 show previous concerns about water leakage, mold, and roofing issues, which appears to have been addressed through subsequent renovations.

The building has a pattern of fire safety system inspections and corrections between 2017 and 2023, indicating active monitoring though recurring violations. Recent 2023 incidents included open graffiti and tree maintenance issues. The property underwent significant improvement work from 2012-2015, including comprehensive unit remodels and infrastructure upgrades. Historical building violations from 2000 and 2004 were related to fire safety and mold issues, though all were eventually abated. The building's plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance records show systematic addressing of various unit-specific and common area issues, with most repairs completed in a timely manner. The property remains active in city records for various maintenance and regulatory compliance matters, with the most recent concerns primarily focused on exterior maintenance and parking issues.

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Risk rating

How 5225 Mission 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
6thpercentile

Out of 119 buildings in this neighborhood, 112 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
24%
No DBI
violation
76%
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.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

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.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 76%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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