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2237-2239 Pine St

Lower Pacific Heights, SF 94115 0660030 2 units · 2 fl · 1900

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Lower Pacific Heights — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.6
14
FewerMore

This building has 14 novs (7y), above the Lower Pacific Heights average of 1.6.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2237-2239 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 1900
2 or more units
2 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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area2,100 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0660030
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Judy Alexis Brown , Trustee 260 Tiburon Blvd San Rafael CA 94901
Last sale
July 31, 1987

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2239 Pine St, San Francisco, CA 94115
2237 Pine St, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Initial analysis

The property at 2237-2239 Pine Street is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building located in Lower Pacific Heights, built in 1900 and currently owned by the Judy Alexis Brown Revocable Trust. The building has undergone several significant changes and faced various challenges in recent years, particularly relating to heating systems. In 2021, multiple housing violations were documented regarding heating issues, electrical outlets, window repairs, and appliance problems, though these were officially abated by September 2023. More recently, concerns about heating were again reported in January 2024 for the kitchen and dining areas, though these complaints were marked as not active by February 2024. The building has also seen considerable updates in 2023-2024, including the installation of gas fireplaces and associated gas lines, with a dedicated power line for a heater installed in February 2024.

The property has a consistent history of street space permits, with multiple permits issued between 2008 and 2014, typically at a nominal cost of $1.00. A notable complaint was filed in November 2024 regarding loud construction work at 2239 Pine Street, which is currently active. Historical records show a structural concern from 1996 regarding a leaning back deck, dry rot, and wall cracks, though these issues were resolved within weeks. The building's maintenance history shows periods of both proactive improvements and reactive responses to various violations, particularly focusing on heating system reliability. Recent street cleaning issues were documented in 2023, but these were successfully resolved.

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Risk rating

How 2237-2239 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

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
9thpercentile

Out of 670 buildings in this neighborhood, 610 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
35%
No DBI
violation
65%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

Director's hearing rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building rate of director's hearings across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 65%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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2237-2239 Pine St event timeline

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2025
311 Request Oct 01
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