1537-1539 Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94133

The property at 1537-1539 Mason Street is a two-story, 2-unit multi-family residential building located in San Francisco's Russian Hill neighborhood, constructed in 1908 and currently owned by the S & R Kyauk Family Trust Ud. The building has undergone several significant renovations in recent years, with the most substantial work occurring in 2020-2023. In 2020, all non-street facing windows were replaced to meet Title 24 energy standards, and comprehensive kitchen and bathroom remodels were completed, including electrical upgrades and plumbing work totaling approximately $43,000.

Earlier improvements in 2016 included similar kitchen and bathroom renovations, furnace replacement, and electrical system upgrades with a new sub-panel installation. The property underwent additional improvements in 2018 with the installation of a gas fireplace and flue system. The building has experienced recurring issues with parking enforcement, particularly regarding driveway blockages, with multiple citations issued between 2022 and 2024.

These incidents, which have been documented through 311 calls and responded to by parking enforcement officers, suggest ongoing challenges with street parking management in the vicinity. A notable tenant buyout occurred in April 2020 for the 1537 Mason Street unit, with one tenant receiving $20,000, while no buyout activity has been recorded for the 1539 Mason Street unit. The property's maintenance and improvement record shows regular upkeep and modernization efforts, particularly focused on energy efficiency and interior upgrades, while the historical permit record reveals past renovations from 1987-1992, including bathroom and kitchen remodeling work.