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2090 Broadway

Pacific Heights, SF 94123 0566014A 39 units · 9 fl · 1936

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Pacific Heights
Above average
avg 1.4
7
FewerMore

This building has 7 novs (7y), above the Pacific Heights average of 1.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2090 Broadway 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 1936
2 or more units
39 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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 1936
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
Units39
Floors9
Year built1936
Total area60,419 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0566014A
Ownership

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

Mailing address
C/o Sutro Property Manageme Po Box 885373 San Francisco CA 94188
Last sale
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Landlord portfolio

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

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Initial analysis

The 9-story, 39-unit apartment building at 2090 Broadway, constructed in 1936, has experienced significant maintenance and safety issues over recent years, most notably between 2021-2022, when multiple complaints were filed regarding structural problems, water intrusion, and maintenance concerns. These issues resulted in several Notices of Violation (NOVs) requiring concrete wall repairs, waterproofing, and engineering services, all of which were subsequently addressed through various building permits showing concrete reinforcement work and the repair of spalling at the roof parapet. Between 2015-2022, the building underwent substantial infrastructure upgrades, including the replacement of original electrical wiring, steam heating boilers, and bathroom remodels, with recent permits indicating ongoing improvements to the fire alarm system and electrical infrastructure. The building has a documented history of fire safety concerns, with multiple fire code violations issued between 2017-2024, most recently in December 2024, including issues related to sprinkler service, alarm system maintenance, and documentation. A notable incident occurred in October 2022 involving a scaffolding safety issue that impacted a resident's vehicle. Recent maintenance records suggest ongoing attention to building systems, with work being performed to address fire safety code requirements and infrastructure modernization, though there are still some open violations related to sleeping area requirements as of November 2023. The property has also experienced periodic heating system issues, as documented in tenant complaints from 2021.

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Risk rating

How 2090 Broadway'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
1th percentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 953 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
8%
No DBI
violation
92%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 4.1%
Moderate concern 61.8%
Severe concern 34.1%
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

2090 Broadway event timeline

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

2025
Fire Complaint Dec 10
Multiple Fire Code Violations
Violation Issued
Electrical PermitJun 16
Install (1) new msb 800a 120/208v 3 phase and (2) meter stacks (40) meters within a new utility room with 2 hr fire rated walls.

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