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2731-2733 Franklin St

Cow Hollow, SF 94123 0521003 2 units · 2 fl · 1900

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more in the next 12 months. A few records worth reading before you sign. Check whether they were closed out, and ask what was actually fixed.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Cow Hollow — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Cow Hollow average of 0.7.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2731-2733 Franklin 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 1900
2 or more units
2 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.

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 1900
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area2,396 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0521003
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Forget Stephan David & Flor 166 Arguello Blvd San Francisco CA 94118
Last sale
April 10, 2002

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2731 Franklin St, San Francisco, CA 94123
2733 Franklin St, San Francisco, CA 94123
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 2731-2733 Franklin Street in Cow Hollow is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1900, currently owned by the Forget Family Trust. The property has undergone several significant renovations and maintenance work over the years, with the most recent major work being street cleaning activities in 2023-2024. Historical records from 2005-2011 show substantial improvements including interior stair construction ($80,000), electrical upgrades, and siding replacement, with additional maintenance performed on decks, roofing, and interior fixtures.

Of particular note are two complaints filed in October 2020 regarding possible illegal units in the basement. These complaints indicated concerns about unauthorized rental units without proper amenities, with claims of one unit having inadequate windows and both units lacking closets. The complaints also referenced a Craigslist posting suggesting improper rental practices and misrepresentation of the building's true unit count. Although these housing-related complaints were marked as "Not Active," their status and resolution are worth noting. The property has also seen recurring street cleaning service calls throughout 2023-2024, with nine documented cases of garbage and debris issues being reported and resolved, though most were found to have "no work needed" or involved minimal debris cleaning. Finally, there were attempts to legalize a third unit through parking variance requests, though the current use remains classified as a two-unit building.

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Risk rating

How 2731-2733 Franklin 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

Lower risk — safer than most nearby

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Typical — about average for the neighborhood

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Higher risk — riskier than most nearby

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
11thpercentile

Out of 861 buildings in this neighborhood, 766 are predicted to be safer. The band is relative to this neighborhood, so a share of every neighborhood falls in each colour.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
51%
No DBI
violation
49%
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.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Permit rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building permit rate across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 49%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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2731-2733 Franklin St event timeline

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

2025
DBI Complaint Aug 25
Date last observed: 24-aug-25; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling ; additional information: address identification “2733” is not 4 inches high in violation of bc 502.1;
Building Inspection Division
DBI ComplaintAug 25
Date last observed: 24-aug-25; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling ; additional information: address identification ¿2731¿ and ¿2733¿ is not 4 inches high in violation of bc 502.1;

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