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2641 Franklin St

Cow Hollow, SF 94123 0528001D 6 units · 3 fl · 1923

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

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 2641 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 1923
2 or more units
6 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM2
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 1923
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
Units6
Floors3
Year built1923
Total area7,050 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0528001D
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Michael R Gordon, Trustee 38 Eastman Pl San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale

Landlord portfolio

Other SF properties this owner holds, with a risk rating for each.

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Initial analysis

The 6-unit, 3-story apartment building at 2641 Franklin Street in Cow Hollow, managed by the Michael R Gordon 1997 Trust, was constructed in 1923 and has undergone several significant maintenance and safety interventions over the years. Most recently, the building received a new roof in 2018 at a cost of approximately $21,880, and a gas furnace replacement was completed in 2017. The property has experienced multiple fire safety-related incidents, including six non-injury situations involving smoke alarms, CO detectors, and a gas leak, though none resulted in serious consequences. Notable building violations were recorded in 2001 and 2010, including issues with fire escapes, egress obstructions, stair repairs, and improper garbage storage, all of which were subsequently abated by August 2010. The building's maintenance history shows regular attention to infrastructure, with separate permits issued for street space and sidewalk repairs in 2013 and 2003 respectively, and historical records indicate roofing work was completed in 1991 as well.

Recent issues affecting the property primarily involve external factors such as tree maintenance concerns in 2021, and curb-related matters in 2024, though these do not directly impact the building's structural integrity or safety systems. The property has maintained compliance with safety regulations since the resolution of the 2010 violations, with no active citations or violations on record. Regular inspections and maintenance work suggest ongoing attention to building upkeep, though the age of the structure (100 years old as of 2023) requires careful monitoring of systems and infrastructure. The building's history of prompt response to violations and maintenance needs indicates active management, though prospective tenants should consider the age of the building and its systems when evaluating the property.

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Risk rating

How 2641 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
16thpercentile

Out of 861 buildings in this neighborhood, 723 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
54%
No DBI
violation
46%
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.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

Building permits, owner's portfolio

Permits pulled across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 46%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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