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1737 Buchanan St

Lower Pacific Heights, SF 94115 0685039 2 units · 2 fl · 1971

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low risk of further maintenance problems 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
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 1737 Buchanan 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 1971
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC2
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 1971
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 built1971
Total area6,042 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0685039
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Shigeko Marumoto Trustee 1248 Summit Rd Lafayette CA 94549
Last sale
—

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Initial analysis

The property at 1737 Buchanan Street is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building with ground-floor commercial space, built in 1971 and currently owned by the Shigeko Marumoto Living Trust. The building has undergone several significant renovations, particularly focused on the ground-floor restaurant space, which has seen multiple improvements since 2001 including ADA upgrades, kitchen modifications, and bar renovations. Most recently, in 2016, the restaurant underwent comprehensive remodeling with an associated cost of $62,193, and more recently in 2018, a grease trap replacement was completed. The building's maintenance history shows attention to both safety and comfort, with a complete reroofing project in 2016 and various fire safety upgrades including a fire suppression system replacement in 2007.

Recent activity at the property suggests ongoing management attention to the commercial space, though there have been some safety and maintenance concerns recorded through 311 calls. In early 2024, there were issues reported regarding shared space obstructions, including space heaters and sidewalk clearance, which were subsequently corrected. The property has also experienced some utility service issues, including missed trash collection in late 2023. Historical records show the restaurant space has operated under Type 41 ABC licensing and has maintained its health permits, most recently transferring ownership to new operators while adhering to regulatory requirements. The building's infrastructure maintenance record indicates regular upkeep, with both plumbing and electrical systems receiving updates as needed, though some historical permits have expired without completion.

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Risk rating

How 1737 Buchanan 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
81stpercentile

Out of 670 buildings in this neighborhood, 127 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
86%
No DBI
violation
14%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

Building size

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

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 14%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1737 Buchanan St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jun 21
Blocked sidewalk
scooter without license plate

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