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2101 California St

Lower Pacific Heights, SF 94115 0651001 14 units · 4 fl · 1914

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. 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 Lower Pacific Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.6
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Lower Pacific Heights average of 1.6.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2101 California 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 1914
2 or more units
14 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM2
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 1914
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
Units14
Floors4
Year built1914
Total area16,076 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0651001
Ownership

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

Mailing address
323 Pine St Ste I Sausalito CA 94965
Last sale
June 01, 2020

Landlord portfolio

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Initial analysis

The 14-unit apartment building at 2101 California Street in Lower Pacific Heights is a 4-story structure built in 1914. The property has undergone significant recent renovations, particularly in 2020-2021, including multiple unit remodels (Units 1, 2, 4, 11, 12, 14, and A) featuring new kitchens, bathrooms, electrical systems, and window replacements. Major building-wide improvements include a roof replacement completed in 2021, a fire alarm system upgrade to comply with San Francisco Fire Code requirements, and the installation of 21 wood and vinyl windows to restore the building's original aesthetic. The building has achieved Tier 2 Soft Story status with work completed and a CFC issued.

Historical records show the building faced several maintenance challenges in the late 1990s and early 2000s, including heating system issues, a leaking ceiling problem in 1997, and fire safety concerns in 2000. However, all these violations were resolved by 2001. More recent building maintenance has been proactive, with regular updates to critical systems and comprehensive unit renovations. The most recent building complaints have been primarily related to exterior issues, with several 311 calls in 2024 regarding garbage and debris, though these are typically street-related matters rather than interior building concerns. The property has maintained compliance with all major safety requirements, as evidenced by the recent fire system upgrades and the completion of required seismic retrofitting under the Soft Story program.

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Risk rating

How 2101 California 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
18thpercentile

Out of 670 buildings in this neighborhood, 549 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
48%
No DBI
violation
52%
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.

Building permits (past 7 years)

Number of permits pulled at this address — construction or renovation activity over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 52%
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

2101 California St event timeline

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

2026
Building Permit Jun 12
Exterior south wall on laguna st dryrot and stucco repair (approx. 400 sf)
$42,500 · Issued
Planning RecordJun 12
Approved for said scope of work - Exterior south wall on Laguna St dryrot and stucco repair - Corner lot in this case with street facades -

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