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2201 Pacific Ave

Pacific Heights, SF 94115 0589001 38 units · 6 fl · 1930

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 Pacific Heights — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.5
14
FewerMore

This building has 14 novs (7y), above the Pacific Heights average of 1.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2201 Pacific Ave 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 1930
2 or more units
38 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 1930
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
Units38
Floors6
Year built1930
Total area42,594 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0589001
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1233 4th Ave San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale
November 02, 2016

Landlord portfolio

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Initial analysis

The 38-unit multi-family residential building at 2201 Pacific Avenue in Pacific Heights, owned by Gruber Fmly Partners Lp, has undergone significant recent improvements and has shown commitment to maintaining and upgrading its facilities. Most notably, in 2023, the building completed a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade costing over $117,000, and in December 2023, Unit 601 received a complete kitchen and bathroom remodel including new appliances and fixtures. The building has seen regular unit improvements over the past several years, including multiple kitchen and bathroom renovations in various units between 2017-2023, as well as the addition of a laundry facility with four washer/dryer connections in 2020.

The building has experienced some safety-related issues that have required attention, with the most recent being a sleeping area requirement violation issued in December 2023, though it was subsequently abated. Previous fire safety concerns include a 2018 sprinkler/standpipe system violation and a 2023 alarm systems violation, both of which were corrected. Historical records show a cluster of building code violations in 2002 that were resolved by June 2003, including issues with ventilation, heating systems, and fire escape maintenance. While there have been several fire incident responses documented, none resulted in injuries, and most were for benign reasons such as smoke detector activation or service calls. The building's management appears to be proactive in addressing maintenance issues as evidenced by the regular unit upgrades and prompt responses to violations when they occur.

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Risk rating

How 2201 Pacific Ave'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
4thpercentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 924 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.

Owner's portfolio size

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

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

2201 Pacific Ave event timeline

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

2026
Building Violation (NOV) Mar 17 Serious
Building violation
Interior and exterior areas of unit #506 of subject property located at 2201 pacific avenue.
Building Violation (NOV)Mar 17
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