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2130-2134 Steiner St

Pacific Heights, SF 94115 0635013 3 units · 3 fl · 1900

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, and our model puts it at a low risk of maintenance problems over the next 12 months. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

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 2130-2134 Steiner 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
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area2,880 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0635013
Ownership

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

Mailing address
2134 Steiner St San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
August 09, 2006

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2130 Steiner St, San Francisco, CA 94115
2134 Steiner St, San Francisco, CA 94115
2132 Steiner St, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Initial analysis

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 2130-2134 Steiner Street in Pacific Heights, built in 1900 and owned by McBride James J & Epling St, has undergone numerous significant improvements and faced multiple maintenance challenges over the years. Most recently, in August 2024, the property received a permit for $10,000 to remove and replace a wood deck, guard rails, and footings at the rear yard due to dry rot. This follows a pattern of deck-related work, including a 2015 repair project at the top of the garage costing $35,000 and earlier voluntary structural upgrades to the rear stairway in 2012. The building has experienced several safety and maintenance issues in the past, including a concerning 2004 complaint about mold, rodents, and sewage backup, as well as multiple routine inspections revealing various violations in 2003-2004 related to stairs, gas utility shutoff tools, fire safety, and combustible storage.

The property has undergone significant infrastructure improvements, including a 200-amp electrical service upgrade in 2006-2007 with complete rewiring for all three units and common areas. Seismic upgrades were performed in 2006 with the installation of shear walls. Multiple complaints and violations from 1995 through 2016 suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, including heating system issues, unauthorized construction (deck-related), and concerns about various building systems. The most recent tenant buyout information shows no records or activity associated with this address. While many of the historical violations have been resolved, the recurring nature of deck-related repairs and the extensive permit history suggest ongoing maintenance attention is required for this property. The building's age and permit history indicate regular updates and improvements have been made to address various structural and safety concerns over time.

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Risk rating

How 2130-2134 Steiner 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
66thpercentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 327 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
77%
No DBI
violation
23%
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 age

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

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

Building permits, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 23%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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2130-2134 Steiner St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jan 30
Garbage and debris
furniture

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