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2191 Pine St

Lower Pacific Heights, SF 94115 0661017 9 units · 4 fl · 1905

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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 Lower Pacific Heights — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.6
2
FewerMore

This building has 2 novs (7y), above the Lower Pacific Heights average of 1.6.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2191 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 1905
2 or more units
9 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 1905
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
Units9
Floors4
Year built1905
Total area8,852 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0661017
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Andrew & Ellen Lee, Trustee 719 Cresent Ave San Mateo CA 94402
Last sale
July 28, 1994

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Initial analysis

The 4-story, 9-unit apartment building at 2191 Pine Street in Lower Pacific Heights, built in 1905 and owned by Andrew Y & Ellen S Lee Lvg, has undergone several significant safety and maintenance upgrades over the years. Most notably, the building completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017 (Tier 3) with a cost of $109,134, followed by a revision to the soft-story work in late 2017. Recent improvements include a major fire safety system upgrade in September 2023, with the installation of new horn-strobes, pull stations, and a radio communicator, demonstrating compliance with current fire safety codes. The building has had recurring issues with boiler permit compliance, with four violations recorded between 2018-2023, though these were ultimately abated. Fire safety inspections have revealed various concerns over the years, including issues with alarm systems, sprinklers, and extinguishers, though most have been promptly addressed.

The building's maintenance history shows attention to structural components, including reroofing work in 2010 and multiple stair repairs in the early 1990s. A notable 2013 complaint reported mice infestation and black mold in closets. The property has experienced two fire incidents, including a gas leak and an alarm malfunction, neither resulting in civilian injuries. More recently, in September 2024, the building received multiple fire system violations related to FDC signs and alarm maintenance, though these were quickly abated. The building has maintained active engagement with city requirements, completing its soft-story retrofit and participating in ongoing fire safety improvements, though the recurring nature of boiler permit violations suggests potential challenges in maintaining full compliance with all safety requirements.

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Risk rating

How 2191 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
16thpercentile

Out of 670 buildings in this neighborhood, 563 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
45%
No DBI
violation
55%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 55%
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

2191 Pine St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Jun 13
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Parking Enforcement
311 RequestMay 17
Other illegal parking

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