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2048 Larkin St

Russian Hill, SF 94109 0153027 3 units · 2 fl · 1922

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 Russian Hill
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 2048 Larkin 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 1922
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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
Units3
Floors2
Year built1922
Total area3,095 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0153027
Ownership

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

Owner name
Jackson Lew & Nancy Young T
Mailing address
Lew Jackson Shang & Young N 721 Santa Susana St Sunnyvale CA 94085
Last sale
061318

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1399 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1397 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA 94109
2048 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94109
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Initial analysis

The three-unit, two-story multi-family residential building at 2048 Larkin Street in Russian Hill, owned by Jackson Lew & Nancy Young T, was constructed in 1922 and has undergone several significant renovations over its lifetime. The most recent substantial work occurred between late 2021 and early 2022, involving comprehensive kitchen and bathroom remodels, including plumbing, electrical updates, and window replacements, with a total project cost of approximately $145,555. This renovation period generated one building complaint regarding construction activity, though the issue was promptly addressed within two days. Prior improvements include a reroofing project completed in 2015 for $5,000, and in 2008, an exterior staircase replacement was carried out in the lightwell area. The building has received regular maintenance attention, including vinyl siding and insulation installation in 1989.

Recent activity at the property has primarily involved routine street-level issues, with multiple 311 calls in 2024 regarding garbage, debris, and sidewalk conditions in the surrounding area. Notable among these were reports of furniture, mattresses, and other waste on the street, though most cases were resolved promptly, with one sidewalk inspection determining only minor cracks that were not classified as defects. The building's fire incident records show three calls for service, all relating to invalid assist situations with no civilian injuries reported. While the property underwent substantial interior renovations in 2021-2022, there have been no major building code violations or safety concerns reported in recent years. The improvements made during the 2021-2022 period included extensive electrical upgrades with recessed lighting installation throughout multiple areas, and plumbing updates including new laundry facilities.

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Risk rating

How 2048 Larkin 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
46th percentile

Out of 1133 buildings in this neighborhood, 612 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
72%
No DBI
violation
28%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

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12-Month severity forecast
No violation 72.5%
Moderate concern 21.4%
Severe concern 6.0%
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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2048 Larkin St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Jun 09
Blocking driveway cite only
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestJun 01
Garbage and debris

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