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2085 Bush St

Lower Pacific Heights, SF 94115 0676031 58 units · 3 fl · 1974

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Lower Pacific Heights
Above average
avg 1.6
7
FewerMore

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

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2085 Bush 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 1974
2 or more units
58 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM3
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
Units58
Floors3
Year built1974
Total area49,722 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0676031
Ownership

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

Owner name
Gst Exempt Trst Fbo Joseph
Mailing address
Joseph A Xuereb Trustee 844 Hawthorne Wy Millbrae CA 94030
Last sale
100213

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1890 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94115
2085 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Initial analysis

The 58-unit apartment building at 2085 Bush Street in the Lower Pacific Heights neighborhood, built in 1974, has experienced persistent maintenance and safety issues in recent years, with the most pressing concerns centering around water intrusion, heating system failures, and fire safety compliance. A sequence of tenant complaints from 2021 through 2023 have highlighted recurring problems with the heating system, including reports of no heat during winter months, moisture issues potentially indicating mold concerns, and various plumbing problems. Notable recent incidents include multiple complaints about water intrusion in 2022, significant service requests regarding heating system failures, and issues with doors requiring attention to fire safety standards. The building has also faced challenges with its fire safety systems, including multiple violations and complaints between 2018 and 2024 regarding sprinkler systems, alarm systems, and extinguisher maintenance, though most violations appear to have been addressed.

The property has undergone various infrastructure improvements over the years, including emergency dry rot remediation work in 2020, replacement of domestic boilers (2015), storage tanks (2014), and other mechanical systems maintenance. Historical records show earlier maintenance history including reroofing work in 2001 and repairs to exterior water damage in 1988. Recent fire safety inspections in 2024 found no merit in complaints regarding alarm systems, extinguishers, and sprinkler systems, though a violation was issued in October 2023 related to sleeping area requirements. While some structural elements have received attention, including repairs to balconies, the frequency and nature of maintenance complaints suggest ongoing challenges with building systems and resident comfort.

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Risk rating

How 2085 Bush 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
2th percentile

Out of 670 buildings in this neighborhood, 657 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
11%
No DBI
violation
89%
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.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 8.4%
Moderate concern 54.9%
Severe concern 36.7%
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

2085 Bush St event timeline

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

2026
DBI Complaint May 21
I am writing to request review of longstanding habitability, harassment, retaliation, and safety-related concerns involving my former landlords and a residential property in san francisco. over many years, numerous tenants experienced recurring heater failures, leaks, mold and moisture-related conditions, unlawful entries, harassment, and intimidation. elderly and vulnerable tenants resided in the building, and several tenants experienced significant health-related concerns associated with the conditions. i personally experienced years of habitability issues, including leaking heater/radiator conditions, mold exposure, water intrusion, and repeated retaliation after making complaints to dbi and other agencies. i also experienced severe emotional distress, worsening health conditions, and alleged sexual harassment. after posting an online review intended to warn and protect other women regarding the alleged misconduct, i was subjected to further retaliation and litigation that i beli
Housing Inspection Services
Fire ComplaintApr 14
Sprinkler/Standpipe Systems

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