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2505-2507 Larkin St

Russian Hill, SF 94109 0501009 3 units · 2 fl · 1926

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 2505-2507 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 1926
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 built1926
Total area4,379 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0501009
Ownership

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

Owner name
Vapnek Lvg Trust:Exempt Tru
Mailing address
Vapnek Pearl C,jessica C,jo 2505 Larkin St San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale
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2507 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94109
2505 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94109
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Initial analysis

The three-unit multi-family residential building at 2505 Larkin Street in Russian Hill, owned by Vapnek Living Trust, is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1926. The building's maintenance history shows several significant improvements, including a complete reroofing project in 2007 costing over $35,000, and a major interior upgrade in 1984 that included the installation of new kitchen cabinets, countertops, and bathroom fixtures. More recently, in 2013, the property underwent a heating system upgrade with the installation of a new steam boiler.

The building has experienced some infrastructure challenges in recent years, particularly related to water issues. In early 2023, there were documented flooding and sewer problems on the property, which were later determined to be related to natural spring activity from the nearby Lombard Reservoir, though this was addressed with the installation of a French drain. The property has also been affected by various street-level issues, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in 2023-2024 regarding garbage, debris, and other cleaning matters in the vicinity, though these appear to be more related to the neighborhood than the building itself. A minor parking-related incident was reported in November 2024, and there was one false fire alarm recorded, though no injuries were reported in either event.

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Risk rating

How 2505-2507 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
56th percentile

Out of 1133 buildings in this neighborhood, 499 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
77%
No DBI
violation
23%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

Neighborhood location

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12-Month severity forecast
No violation 55.4%
Moderate concern 17.6%
Severe concern 26.9%
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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2505-2507 Larkin St event timeline

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

2025
Building Permit Dec 19
Revision to 202508193424: to the structural & layout of stairs
$1 · Complete
Planning RecordDec 19
Rebuilding rear stair to conform with existing building code.

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