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120-122 27Th St

Noe Valley, SF 94110 6577011 2 units · 2 fl · 1900

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 Noe Valley
At or below average
avg 1.2
0
FewerMore

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

Rent & eviction protection

Is 120-122 27Th 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 1900
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.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area2,770 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot6577011
Ownership

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

Owner name
Carter-Bunning Living Trust
Mailing address
Thomas B Carter & Ellen B B 120 27Th St San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
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122 27th St, San Francisco, CA 94110
120 27th St, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 120-122 27th Street in Noe Valley, owned by the Carter-Bunning Living Trust, has a history dating back to its 1900 construction as a flats and duplex structure. The building has undergone several significant maintenance and repair projects over the years, including a $19,250 re-roofing in 2001, dry rot repairs to back stairs and siding in 2003, and electrical upgrades in 1985 (which have since expired). A notable cluster of housing code violations was documented in late 2003 through early 2004, including issues with damaged walls and ceilings, plumbing problems, and interior surface deficiencies, all of which were subsequently abated by January 2004. More recent building permits from 2016 indicate street space use, though these permits represent relatively minor activity.

The property has experienced several maintenance-related complaints over the years, particularly in late 2003 through early 2004, addressing various interior and plumbing issues. Recent history shows ongoing concerns primarily related to exterior maintenance, with multiple 311 calls regarding tree maintenance in 2022 and 2024, and recurring parking enforcement issues in the vicinity, with multiple citations for blocking driveways documented between 2017 and 2024. Planning records reveal some historical occupancy questions, including past concerns about unauthorized office use of space within the building, though these issues appear to have been resolved. The most recent 311 calls primarily relate to parking and tree maintenance, suggesting relatively stable building conditions in recent years compared to the more significant maintenance issues of the early 2000s.

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Risk rating

How 120-122 27Th 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

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
55th percentile

Out of 1879 buildings in this neighborhood, 846 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
80%
No DBI
violation
20%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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12-Month severity forecast
No violation 72.3%
Moderate concern 12.3%
Severe concern 15.4%
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

120-122 27Th St event timeline

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

2025
Plumbing Permit Jan 29
Replace fixtures, like for like.
Canceled
Electrical PermitJan 29
Upgrade lighting to 3" led's

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