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2165 Larkin St

Russian Hill, SF 94109 0549001 31 units · 4 fl · 1927

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high 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 Russian Hill — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Russian Hill average of 1.9.

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 2165 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 1927
2 or more units
31 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 1927
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
Units31
Floors4
Year built1927
Total area25,100 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0549001
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1717 Powell St Ste 300 San Francisco CA 94133
Last sale
September 01, 2006

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Initial analysis

The 31-unit, four-story multi-family residential building at 2165 Larkin Street in Russian Hill, owned by Russian Hill Apartments LP, was constructed in 1927 and has undergone several significant improvements over the past decade. Most recently, in December 2023, the building received a violation related to sleeping area requirements, though this was subsequently abated. The property had notable fire safety upgrades in 2021, including a voluntary fire alarm system upgrade costing $60,000 to comply with San Francisco Fire Code requirements, followed by additional modifications to the fire alarm plans in 2022. Regular maintenance of building systems has been demonstrated, with a new domestic hot water boiler installation in June 2024 and backflow prevention system updates in 2019.

The building has seen substantial interior improvements between 2014-2016, with multiple apartments (including units 101, 202, 205, 302, and 402) undergoing comprehensive renovations including kitchen relocations, bathroom remodels, and electrical upgrades. Historical issues were resolved through appropriate permits and inspections, including the removal of unauthorized construction work in 2011 and various fire safety violations. The property has maintained active compliance with building codes, as evidenced by the resolution of earlier violations regarding floor coverings, fire safety, and egress obstruction. While there have been periodic issues reported in 2020-2023, including some maintenance concerns and a violation regarding sleeping area requirements, these have generally been addressed through appropriate channels, indicating ongoing management attention to building conditions and regulatory compliance.

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Risk rating

How 2165 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
5thpercentile

Out of 1133 buildings in this neighborhood, 1076 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
19%
No DBI
violation
81%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 81%
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

2165 Larkin St event timeline

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

2026
Building Permit Jul 08
Unit# 106. revision to pa# 202403137525. replace bathroom window. same size & same location. additional work to existing scope.
$300 · Complete
Building PermitJun 04
Reroofing: remove the (e) roof covering and install modified bitumen w/2 layers of base. no hot works. no work to (e) roof strctural sheathing. no work to sloped tiles @facades, @flat roof only.

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