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2265 Larkin St

Russian Hill, SF 94109 0548001 24 units · 3 fl · 1923

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Russian Hill — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.9
5
FewerMore

This building has 5 novs (7y), above the Russian Hill average of 1.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2265 Larkin 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
24 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
Units24
Floors3
Year built1923
Total area13,650 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0548001
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Tina Mehan 145 Poplar Dr Kentfield CA 94904
Last sale
September 11, 2009

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Initial analysis

2265 Larkin Street is a 24-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1923 in San Francisco's Russian Hill neighborhood, currently owned by Mehan Properties LLC. The property has undergone several significant safety improvements in recent years, including a mandatory soft story retrofit completed in 2016 (with associated structural work costing $125,000) and the replacement of 24 apartment doors with fire-rated doors in 2017. However, there are persistent maintenance and safety concerns that require attention. Most notably, recent complaints from 2023 indicate serious issues including a potentially collapsing roof chimney, problematic stairwell doors, and mold in the main lobby. The building has a documented history of fire safety violations, with an open sleeping area requirements issue as of November 2023 and a recently issued sprinkler system violation in August 2024. Historical violations from 2001 included multiple fire safety concerns, though these were abated at the time. The property underwent significant apartment renovations between 2007-2008, including multiple unit upgrades totaling over $100,000. More recently, there have been concerns about the building's boiler systems, with active complaints as of October 2024 regarding permit renewals for older equipment.

The building's maintenance history shows regular updates to individual units, including kitchen and bathroom remodels, but recent inspections have revealed concerning issues in common areas such as ceiling problems in stairwells and building lobby. A comprehensive soft story retrofit was completed to comply with city requirements, demonstrating investment in structural safety. The property has experienced various maintenance issues over the years, including plumbing updates and electrical system improvements, particularly during the 2007-2008 renovation period when multiple units received modernized systems. While many historical violations have been resolved, the building currently faces several active fire safety-related citations that require attention. Recent 311 calls primarily relate to external maintenance issues such as sidewalk cleaning and graffiti removal, indicating ongoing upkeep needs in public areas around the building.

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Risk rating

How 2265 Larkin 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
6thpercentile

Out of 1133 buildings in this neighborhood, 1065 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
20%
No DBI
violation
80%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

Building size

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 80%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

2265 Larkin St event timeline

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2026
Building Violation (NOV) Jul 13
Building violation
It is the property owner's responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend the re-inspection as scheduled on this n…
Building Violation (NOV)Jul 13
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