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2055-2059 Larkin St

Russian Hill, SF 94109 0572002 3 units · 3 fl · 1910

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 Russian Hill
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 2055-2059 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 1910
2 or more units
3 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.

Building characteristics
Units3
Floors3
Year built1910
Total area4,781 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0572002
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mai Jean Lee Survivors Trus
Mailing address
Mai Jean Lee Trustee 1220 Green St San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale
102300

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2059 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94109
2055 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94109
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Initial analysis

The 3-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 2055-2059 Larkin Street in Russian Hill, owned by the Mai Jean Lee Survivors Trust, has undergone several significant maintenance and improvement projects since its construction in 1910. Most notably, from 2021 to 2022, the property experienced multiple concerning issues, including active building violations for rodent infestation and roof weatherproofing problems (filed March 2022), and unpermitted construction work regarding dry rot repairs (July 2021) that required subsequent permits and repair work totaling over $8,000. During this same period, there were serious concerns about lead paint handling, particularly during staircase repairs, and multiple complaints about improper construction practices and debris management.

The building has received various improvements in recent years, with the most substantial work occurring in May 2022, when a kitchen renovation was completed that included cabinet replacement, new countertops, electrical updates, and plumbing modifications at a cost of $18,000. The property has also seen attention to safety and compliance issues, with multiple electrical permits issued in 2011 for stove-related electrical work, and a furnace replacement in 2011. Historical records show the building has faced recurring maintenance challenges, including windows painted shut (2006), faulty electrical systems (2010), and various structural and safety concerns including stairway repairs and lead paint issues. Recent 311 calls from 2024 indicate ongoing challenges in the surrounding area, with multiple reports of garbage and debris requiring municipal response, though these appear to be external to the building itself.

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Risk rating

How 2055-2059 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

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
24th percentile

Out of 1133 buildings in this neighborhood, 861 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
50%
No DBI
violation
50%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

Director's hearing rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building rate of director's hearings across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 31.4%
Moderate concern 51.0%
Severe concern 17.6%
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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2055-2059 Larkin St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Apr 20
Garbage and debris
other bagged boxed contained garbage
311 RequestFeb 18
Garbage and debris

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