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2424 Jones St

Russian Hill, SF 94133 0050024 2 units · 3 fl · 1961

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 Russian Hill — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Russian Hill average of 1.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2424 Jones 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 1961
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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 1961
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
Floors3
Year built1961
Total area4,742 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0050024
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Mcdonell Michael T Trustee 2424 Jones St San Francisco CA 94133
Last sale
September 12, 2022

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Initial analysis

The three-story, two-unit multi-family residential building at 2424 Jones Street in Russian Hill, owned by Michael T Mcdonell Tr Amend, has undergone numerous renovations and improvements since its construction in 1961. The most recent significant work, filed in December 2023, proposes substantial interior modifications including a 670-square-foot mezzanine addition and an extension of the top floor master bedroom, along with comprehensive remodeling of kitchens, bathrooms, windows, and doors. The property has seen consistent maintenance and upgrades over the years, with major renovations completed in 2014-2015 including a complete rewiring of the lower unit, window replacements, and bathroom remodels in both units. Earlier improvements (2004-2011) included extensive interior renovations totaling $400,000, bathroom remodels, and electrical upgrades.

Recent activity in 2024-2025 has primarily involved external matters, with several 311 calls relating to street cleaning and maintenance issues such as garbage debris and tree management. These external issues have generally been promptly resolved by city services. Notable structural concerns were addressed in 2014 with a soil stabilization project (polyurethane injection) and various exterior improvements including garden work and patio modifications. The property has maintained compliance with building codes through proper permits and inspections, as evidenced by complete plumbing and electrical permits for recent renovations, though some older permits from 2011 and 2015 show as expired.

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Risk rating

How 2424 Jones 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
91stpercentile

Out of 1133 buildings in this neighborhood, 102 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
92%
No DBI
violation
8%
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 age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 8%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

2424 Jones St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Aug 01
Municipal transportation agency
scooters request for service
311 RequestJun 22
Other illegal parking

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