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835-839 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94109

1
Complaints
0
Fire Incidents
199
311 Calls
2
Permits

Risk Assessment

27
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Presidio Heights with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 27% chance of no major maintenance issues.
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The Francesca Apartments, a 6-story multi-family residential building located at 837-839 Geary Street, was constructed in 1923 and contains 41 units. Recent months have seen significant occupancy and infrastructure concerns, with multiple complaints in late 2024 reporting rotting garbage, vermin infestation, and exposed electrical wiring in the basement.

These issues coincide with numerous recent permit activities, including fire alarm system upgrades and water heater replacements, though a December 2024 fire violation related to standpipe systems was issued. The building has undergone several modernization efforts, including accessibility improvements to the ground floor, retail storefront replacement, and extensive fire alarm system upgrades in 2022-2024 to replace existing bells with horn strobes and add low-frequency sounders.

There have been recurring boiler permit compliance issues, with violations filed in 2005 and more recently in 2023, though these appear to have been abated. Historical records indicate various unit renovations between 2014-2018, including remodels of apartments 201, 207, 301, and 507, along with significant system upgrades including the installation of new fire sprinkler heads in 2015 and boiler replacements in 2016. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of addressing life safety systems, though recent complaints suggest ongoing challenges with building cleanliness and maintenance.

Last updated: January 17, 2025
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Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Downtown.

Building Characteristics

Total units 41
Year built 1923
Total area 30690 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class A15 - Apartment 15 Units or more
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Key Building Statistics

1
Building Complaints
Number of complaints filed with the Department of Building Inspection in the last 7 years.
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Code Violations
Building code violations issued by DBI in the last 7 years.
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Fire Incidents
Total number of fire incidents reported at this building.
0
DBI Director Hearings
Number of Director's Hearings held by DBI in the last 7 years.
199
311 Calls
Number of 311 calls for this building.
0
Fire Injuries
Number of fire injuries reported by SFFD.
2
Building Permits
Number of building permits issued by DBI.

Included Addresses

  • 839 Geary St, San Francisco CA 94109
  • 837 Geary St, San Francisco CA 94109
  • 835 Geary St, San Francisco CA 94109

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835-839 Geary St Landlord Information

Ownership Data

Ownership data from the Secured Roll (property tax) provided by the SF Assessor-Recorder.

NameAddress
Francesca Apartments LpRussell B Flynn, Managing P 1717 Powell St Ste 300 San Francisco CA 94133

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835-839 Geary St Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1979
Units
More than 1 unit
Rent Board Registration
Not applicable
Additional Info
N/A
Year BuiltUnitsRent Board RegistrationAdditional Info
Before 1979 >1 unit N/A N/A

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311 Housing Complaints

The table below shows the 311 housing complaints received regarding the conditions at 835-839 Geary St, as well as requests for service nearby.

OpenedCategoryResponsible AgencyRequest TypeRequest DetailsStatus
2025-07-31 22:55:48+00:00 Parking Enforcement MTA - Parking Enforcement Dispatchblocking_driveway_cite_onlyNone Closed
2025-07-31 22:32:49+00:00 Parking Enforcement MTA - Parking Enforcement Dispatchblocking_driveway_cite_onlyNone Closed
2025-07-31 21:21:57+00:00 Parking Enforcement MTA - Parking Enforcement Dispatchother_illegal_parkingNone Closed
2025-07-31 12:47:50+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning Recology - Abandonedgarbage_and_debrismattress Closed
2025-07-31 11:04:23+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning Recology - Abandonedgarbage_and_debrismattress Closed
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DBI Complaints

Complaints received by the Department of Building Inspection.

Date FiledDate AbatedAssigned DivisionComplaint DescriptionStatusLink
2025-07-11 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesDate last observed: 10-jul-25; time last observed: 11:57 a.m.; floor: 1; unit: 105; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling water intrusion; leaking ceiling; water entering building; leaky fixtures; ; additional information: on tuesday, july 8, 2025 there was flooding from the unit above mine that led to a leak in my unit. the water damaged the floors, the ceiling, my carpets, the mattress, the bedding, and the light fixture are all damaged. i reported it to the landlord and he said he would replace the mattress immediately, but he has not. because of the lingering humidity, mold and mildew is starting to form in the unit, which is impacting my son, who is only 4 years old.; Active View on DBI
2025-07-07 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesDate last observed: 04-jul-25; time last observed: 0300; floor: 4; unit:; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling work w/o permit; structural problems; other building; ; additional information: call (415) xxx-xxxx for access. presence of charred wood behind walls and ceiling discovered during repair. possible mold. permitting.; Active View on DBI
2025-06-04 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesDate last observed: 02-jun-25; time last observed: 5:00pm; floor: basement; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling exposed wiring; insects/rodents; damaged walls; ; additional information: piles of garbage not contained to receptacles, daily that remain and fester in trash room - current roach and rodent infestation. exposed hot wiring hanging from ceiling of trash room. ; Not Active View on DBI
2025-04-24 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesDate last observed: 23-apr-25; time last observed: 9:00am; identity of person performing the work: none; floor: basement; exact location: common area; building type: residence/dwelling stairway safety; insects/rodents; deteriorated electrical equipment; other building; ; additional information: remain anonymous please --- in garbage room consistent piles of garbage / waste outside of cans that are available leading to regular infestation of huge rats and insects. exposed / deteriorated active electrical wiring. in hall way dilapidated walls with holes kicked in plaster. back stairways contain garbage and items blocking use / egress. management is aware of problems but will not / consistently address or enforce with tenants causing problems.; Not Active View on DBI
2025-02-24 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesDate last observed: 21-feb-25; time last observed: 9:00am; floor: basement; exact location: common area; building type: residence/dwelling exposed wiring; insects/rodents; dilapidated structure; deteriorated electrical equipment; ; additional information: remain anonymous please --- in garbage room consistent piles of garbage / waste outside of cans that are available leading to regular infestation of huge rats and insects. exposed / deteriorated active electrical wiring. in hall way dilapidated walls with holes kicked in plaster. management is aware of problems but will not / consistently address or enforce with tenants causing problems.; Not Active View on DBI
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DBI Violations

Building code violations records.

Date FiledDate AbatedItemViolation DescriptionStatus
2024-10-29T00:00:00.000Z remove rubbish or trash at garbage area (1304,1306,1001b hc) at time of inspection, overflowing trash was observed in the basement garbage area. remove all overflowing trash. sanitation sectionnot active
2024-10-29T00:00:00.000Z this notice includes violations for the areas noted. 837 geary street and all common area building sectionnot active
2024-10-29T00:00:00.000Z inspector comments it is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend the re-inspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those areas not accessed during the initial inspection as specified, and/or to provide access to all areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled reinspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector. provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954 (san francisco housing code section 303(b), if any dwellings, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the re-inspection. you can reach inspector lee @ 415-793-7947 or by email at joy.lee@sfgov.org. other sectionnot active
2023-09-15T00:00:00.000Z No description entered Nonenot active
2023-09-15T00:00:00.000Z No description entered Nonenot active
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Fire Violations

Fire code violations recorded by the San Francisco Fire Department.

Violation DateDisposition DateAddressViolation DescriptionStatus
2024-12-09T00:00:00.000Z855 Geary Ststandpipes / missing caps abated
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Fire Incidents

Historical fire incident records for the property.

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Building Permits

Permit records for 835-839 Geary St.

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Electrical Permits

Electrical system permits for the building.

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Plumbing Permits

Plumbing system permits for the building.

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Planning Records

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Tenant Buyouts

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