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2338 Pine St

Lower Pacific Heights, SF 94115 0654009 6 units · 3 fl · 1912

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Lower Pacific Heights
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.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2338 Pine 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 1912
2 or more units
6 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
FILLMR
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.

Building characteristics
Units6
Floors3
Year built1912
Total area3,975 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0654009
Ownership

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

Owner name
Sakai Wren
Mailing address
35 Greenoaks Dr Atherton CA 94027
Last sale
021318

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Other SF properties this owner holds, with risk grades for each.

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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 2338 Pine Street in Lower Pacific Heights, owned by Sakai Wren, has undergone several significant improvements and renovations since its construction in 1912. Most notably, in 2023, the building completed a fire alarm system upgrade to comply with San Francisco Fire Code requirements, including the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas and new compatible devices. The building has seen consistent unit improvements, with Unit 3 receiving a comprehensive bathroom and kitchen remodel in 2022 (including plumbing and electrical upgrades), and Unit 2 being renovated in 2017. Earlier electrical infrastructure improvements include a new 400-amp service installation in 2003, which supported the addition of seven meters.

The property has maintained regulatory compliance, with past violations from 2011 related to egress obstruction and unit identification being resolved within a month of citation. Recent maintenance issues have been minimal, though there are current 311 calls from 2024 regarding pavement defects and sewer issues near the property. The building's street space permits between 2017-2018 suggest regular engagement with city infrastructure needs, while several illegal posting complaints in 2019-2020 were resolved through standard city processes. Historical complaints from 2004 regarding electricity in common areas were addressed, and routine inspections in 1999 and 2011 showed no persistent issues. The building's recent history demonstrates proactive maintenance and compliance with modern safety standards, particularly in terms of fire safety upgrades.

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Risk rating

How 2338 Pine 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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
52th percentile

Out of 670 buildings in this neighborhood, 322 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
75%
No DBI
violation
25%
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.

Owner's portfolio size

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

Notices of Violation, owner's portfolio

DBI NOVs across all buildings this owner is registered on — a signal of systemic maintenance issues across the portfolio.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 54.4%
Moderate concern 24.5%
Severe concern 21.1%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

2338 Pine St event timeline

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

2025
Plumbing Permit Nov 10
Replace cold water pipe from meter to inside of building
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