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2819-2821 Pierce St

Cow Hollow, SF 94123 0537002B 2 units · 3 fl · 1939

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low risk of further maintenance problems 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.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2819-2821 Pierce 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 1939
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 1939
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
Floors3
Year built1939
Total area5,532 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0537002B
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Karl Gunnar Fjorklund & Ali 2821 Pierce St San Francisco CA 94123
Last sale
September 24, 1996

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2821 Pierce St, San Francisco, CA 94123
2819 Pierce St, San Francisco, CA 94123
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Initial analysis

The property at 2819-2821 Pierce Street is a three-story, two-unit multi-family residential building located in Cow Hollow, constructed in 1939 and currently owned by the Bjorklund/berberich Revoc T trust. The building underwent a condo conversion process that was approved in early 2001, converting from its original flat/duplex configuration. The substantial electrical system upgrade in 2003 included a complete rewiring with 400 amps service, three-meter pack, and extensive lighting and appliance installations, while a 2010 underground electrical upgrade further modernized the infrastructure. The building has seen various maintenance and upgrade work over the years, including the installation of hot water heaters in 2015, though some permits from 2003 required renewal for final inspections and there were a few expired permits related to chimney surround work and elevator installation.

Recent concerns include an open case from December 2024 regarding potential property damage from tree maintenance, which appears to be the most significant current issue. Over the years, there have been several complaints and service requests, including construction-related noise in 2020, sidewalk defects in 2022, and multiple instances of tree-related concerns. A construction-related complaint in 2007 noted issues with work in the lightwell, expired permits, and temporary problems with garbage placement, though this was promptly addressed. The building has experienced two fire-related incidents on record, including a contained cooking fire and a hazardous condition, though neither resulted in civilian injuries. While there is no record of tenant buyouts at this address, the property's maintenance history shows regular upkeep with periodic improvements to systems and amenities, particularly in the early 2000s.

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Risk rating

How 2819-2821 Pierce 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
90thpercentile

Out of 861 buildings in this neighborhood, 86 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
90%
No DBI
violation
10%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Construction spend, owner's portfolio

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

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

Owner's portfolio size

Number of SF parcels this owner is registered on — larger portfolios have distinct risk patterns.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 10%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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2819-2821 Pierce St event timeline

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2025
DBI Complaint Mar 18
Incredibly loud drilling and banging noises from 7am leaving vibrations too. it is constant and above 110db. (311 sr 101001628324)
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