2459 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 12-unit, 3-story apartment building at 2459 Larkin Street in Russian Hill, built in 1914, has undergone significant renovations and faced various regulatory challenges in recent years. The property completed its mandatory Soft Story retrofit work in 2022 as a Tier 3 building, demonstrating compliance with San Francisco's earthquake safety requirements. Recent improvements include a complete fire alarm system upgrade in 2023 to comply with SFFC requirements, replacement of both the steam boiler (2024) and water heater (2022), and numerous individual unit upgrades such as washer/dryer installations and kitchen/bathroom renovations.

Notable renovations include the 2019-2020 conversion of Unit 9 from 3 bedrooms/3 bathrooms to 4 bedrooms/3.5 bathrooms, and similar conversions in Units 2, 6, and 8. The building has experienced recurring issues with its fire alarm and electrical systems, as evidenced by multiple fire complaints/violations between 2017 and 2022, including a violation in December 2022 related to the alarm system maintenance. Tenants have reported concerns about electrical wiring, water damage, mold, and potentially hazardous materials (lead/asbestos) in Unit 7, though these complaints are noted as "Not Active." Historical violations from 2006 included issues with fire escapes, fire extinguishers, and alarm systems, all of which were subsequently abated.

The building's maintenance history shows regular updates to individual units and systems, though some permits remain in "Issued" status, such as the 2020 washer/dryer installation permit for Unit A. A notable tenant buyout occurred in September 2019, involving three tenants and totaling $195,000. Recent utility-related service calls have primarily concerned parking issues and routine municipal services rather than building-specific problems.