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2300 Buchanan St

Pacific Heights, SF 94115 0614012 7 units · 3 fl · 1964

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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 Pacific Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.5
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Pacific Heights average of 1.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2300 Buchanan 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 1964
2 or more units
7 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 1964
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
Units7
Floors3
Year built1964
Total area6,618 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0614012
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
1819 Polk St #350 San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale
July 23, 2003

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Initial analysis

2300 Buchanan Street is a 7-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1964 in San Francisco's Pacific Heights neighborhood. The building has undergone several significant improvements over the years, including a comprehensive window replacement project in 2017 costing $25,000 for Unit #8, and historical work such as reroofing in 2004. Between 1999 and 2000, multiple window and patio door installations were completed. A notable structural improvement was the addition of a penthouse in 1983, while a check of the electrical panel/system was performed in 2003.

The building has experienced recurring fire safety and maintenance issues, particularly evident during routine inspections. In 2016, multiple violations were documented, including problems with garbage receptacle placement, fire escape ladder maintenance, and the need for compliance affidavits. Earlier inspections in 2003 revealed mold/mildew issues, smoke enclosure door problems, and fire proofing violations. A fire alarm system violation was issued in June 2017, though subsequent records indicate that this and other identified violations were abated. While there have been several fire-related incidents recorded, including false alarms and system malfunctions, no civilian injuries have ever been reported. The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep, with the Mayfield Group LLC currently managing the property. Recent activity in the area includes multiple parking enforcement calls in October 2024 regarding driveway blocking incidents and ongoing sidewalk-related matters.

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Risk rating

How 2300 Buchanan 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
59thpercentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 395 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
72%
No DBI
violation
28%
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.

Building size

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

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Property class: mixed-use w/ SFR

Mixed-use property including a single-family residential component.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 28%
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

2300 Buchanan St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jun 13
Pavement defect
Street Defect

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