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2737-2739 Clay St

Pacific Heights, SF 94115 0632001F 2 units · 3 fl · 1900

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low 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 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 2737-2739 Clay 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 1900
2 or more units
2 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.

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 1900
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
Units2
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area4,816 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0632001F
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Fortune Donanld D & Tomoko 2737 Clay St San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
September 09, 2008

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2739 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94115
2737 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 2737-2739 Clay Street in Pacific Heights, owned by Fortune Family Trust since 2007, was constructed in 1900 and contains two units. The property has undergone several significant renovations over the past two decades, with the most recent major work occurring in 2021, involving a $65,000 kitchen and family room renovation with reconfigured door openings to the exterior deck. Notable improvements include the installation of an above-ground fire sprinkler system for the bottom floor in 2009 ($10,000), comprehensive electrical rewiring in 2008 (including smoke detectors and modern appliances), and various other updates to bathrooms, kitchens, and outdoor spaces.

The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep and modernization efforts, though there have been some concerns regarding construction activity and its impact on neighbors. A complaint was filed in December 2021 regarding early morning construction noise and unauthorized use of reserved parking, while a 2008 complaint noted the building had been completely gutted during renovations. More recent issues include plumbing/flooding concerns (resolved in June 2024), tree root damage to sidewalks (reported December 2023), and several park-related matters near the property. The building underwent a significant unit merger process that appears to have been both initiated and cancelled in the late 2000s, transitioning from five units to two. Additionally, multiple street and sidewalk permits have been issued over the years, suggesting regular interaction with city infrastructure requirements.

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Risk rating

How 2737-2739 Clay 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
85thpercentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 144 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
87%
No DBI
violation
13%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

Building permits, owner's portfolio

Permits pulled across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 13%
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

2737-2739 Clay St event timeline

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2021
DBI Complaint Dec 28
Date last observed: 28-dec-21; time last observed: 5:00 am; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling expired permits; work beyond scope of permit; other building; ; additional information: loud work is being done at around 5:00 am every tuesday morning. resident continues to enforce reserved parking space for construction despite permit expiring on 12/6/21. we have spoken to the resident about the noise but no action has been taken. ;
Building Inspection Division
Electrical PermitJul 27
Kitchen remodel, new kitchen lighting

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