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2222 Leavenworth St

Russian Hill, SF 94133 0072008A 24 units · 6 fl · 1929

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Russian Hill
Above average
avg 1.9
6
FewerMore

This building has 6 novs (7y), above the Russian Hill average of 1.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2222 Leavenworth 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 1929
2 or more units
24 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM2
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 1929
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
Units24
Floors6
Year built1929
Total area22,932 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0072008A
Ownership

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

Mailing address
268 Bush St # 1688 San Francisco CA 94104
Last sale
072321

Landlord portfolio

Other SF properties this owner holds, with risk grades for each.

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Initial analysis

The 24-unit, 6-story apartment building at 2222 Leavenworth Street in Russian Hill, constructed in 1929, has undergone significant renovations and faced multiple maintenance challenges over recent years. Between 2020-2024, the property has seen substantial unit upgrades including kitchen and bathroom remodels, washer/dryer installations, and electrical rewiring in multiple apartments, with particular focus on Units 101, 202, 203, 304, 402, 503, and 601. The building's infrastructure has required attention to safety systems, notably with fire alarm system upgrades in 2021 including new wireless low-frequency sounders, though recent violations in 2023-2024 regarding sleeping area requirements and alarm system maintenance remain open.

Several concerning tenant complaints from 2016-2024 indicate ongoing maintenance issues, including problems with plumbing, heating systems, elevator reliability, and window safety. Notable incidents include a period of inadequate heating in late 2016 affecting vulnerable residents, persistent plumbing issues in Unit 204 (2016), and multiple complaints about elevator breakdowns in 2023. The building has also faced regulatory scrutiny over fire safety systems, with various violations issued and corrected between 2006-2024 related to alarms, sprinklers, and fire escapes. Recent tenant buyouts were recorded in 2018 and 2020, with payments totaling approximately $121,000 for two tenants. A sidewalk-related water quality complaint was filed in 2024 and there have been recurring maintenance issues documented through 311 calls, particularly regarding building systems and neighborhood conditions.

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Risk rating

How 2222 Leavenworth 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
5th percentile

Out of 1133 buildings in this neighborhood, 1076 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
17%
No DBI
violation
83%
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.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

Building size

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 9.2%
Moderate concern 65.7%
Severe concern 25.1%
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

2222 Leavenworth St event timeline

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

2026
Building Permit Jul 02
Unit a: convert existing living room to bedroom. rehabilitate existing kitchen. relocate bathroom. convert existing bathroom to closet. install washer and dryer.
$70,000 · Filed
Planning RecordJul 02
Unit A: Convert existing living room to bedroom. Rehabilitate existing kitchen. Relocate bathroom. Convert existing bathroom to closet. Install washer and dryer.

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