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2152-2154 Union St

Cow Hollow, SF 94123 0533015 2 units · 2 fl · 1912

This building has more problems than most buildings in this neighborhood. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Cow Hollow
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.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2152-2154 Union 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 1912
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
UNION
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1912
Total area6,300 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0533015
Ownership

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

Owner name
Zeiden Properties Llc
Mailing address
11693 San Vicente Blvd #809 Los Angeles CA 90049
Last sale
030199

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2154 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94123
2152 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94123
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Initial analysis

The property at 2152-2154 Union St in Cow Hollow is a 2-unit multi-family residential building with ground-floor retail space, constructed in 1912 and currently owned by Zeiden Properties LLC. The building has undergone significant recent modifications, with the most substantial work occurring in late 2024 involving the conversion of retail space to an exercise studio across two floors, including the installation of new partitions, restrooms, and accessibility improvements at a cost of over $300,000. This recent work has generated multiple associated permits for plumbing and electrical upgrades, including the installation of new restroom facilities, electrical panels, and comprehensive lighting systems. The property has a history of maintenance and infrastructure work, including a complete roof replacement in 2016 and various security improvements such as a new metal security gate installation in 2020.

The building's recent history has been marked by several concerning safety and compliance issues. In late 2024, there were complaints about unauthorized removal of structural support poles, and multiple fire violations were recorded in 2023-2024, including issues with sprinkler systems, commercial cooking equipment, and permit requirements, though these violations were subsequently abated. The property has experienced several incidents of vacant storefronts between 2019 and 2022, and there have been multiple fire alarm activations with no fire found, suggesting possible system maintenance issues. There are also ongoing concerns about sidewalk conditions and parking violations in the vicinity, as evidenced by recent 311 calls. The building's permit history indicates regular maintenance and improvements have been made over the years, including bathroom renovations, electrical upgrades, and various accessibility improvements.

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Risk rating

How 2152-2154 Union 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
21th percentile

Out of 861 buildings in this neighborhood, 680 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
57%
No DBI
violation
43%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 47.4%
Moderate concern 42.3%
Severe concern 10.3%
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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The story over time

2152-2154 Union St event timeline

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

2025
Plumbing Permit Mar 10
Legalize previously installed hvac system in commercial tenant space.
Complete
DBI ComplaintFeb 04
Construction at night - hammering at power tools after 10pm (311 sr 10100141617)

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