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1854-1856 Jefferson St

Marina, SF 94123 0912002A 2 units · 2 fl · 1926

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 Marina
At or below average
avg 1.1
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Marina average of 1.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1854-1856 Jefferson 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 1926
2 or more units
2 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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1926
Total area4,020 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0912002A
Ownership

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

Owner name
Francis X & Barbaram Mcgove
Mailing address
Mcgovern John J Succ Truste 2020 Mira Vista Dr El Cerrito CA 94530
Last sale
022396

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1854 Jefferson St, San Francisco, CA 94123
1856 Jefferson St, San Francisco, CA 94123
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 1854-1856 Jefferson Street, owned by Francis X & Barbaram Mcgove, has undergone significant renovations since 2022, including major structural and aesthetic upgrades. The 1926 flats/duplex structure is currently undergoing substantial improvements as evidenced by multiple permits issued in 2022-2024, with the most recent permit issued in April 2024 for facade changes and the addition of a mansard roof, adding $22,000 to the project's scope. The renovation project, initially estimated at $150,000, has escalated to over $962,000, encompassing comprehensive interior remodeling of bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and the installation of 17 solar panels, new electrical systems, and HVAC throughout both units.

The property has faced several challenges during the renovation period, including multiple tenant complaints about construction noise and activity, particularly in early 2024, with reports of work starting as early as 6:30 AM and late-night construction activities without proper permits. A notable incident occurred in December 2023 involving foundation undermining issues that required monitoring (though this violation was abated in January 2024). The building's systems are currently receiving a complete upgrade, including new plumbing fixtures, furnaces, and electrical panels, with permits issued in February 2024 for both units. Historical issues include a 2007 violation for dry rot repairs to rear stairs (since resolved) and a 2014 complaint about mold in a bedroom closet (also resolved). The property has undergone various planning revisions, including adjustments to facade elements, window sizes, and roof configurations, with some historical references to tenant buyouts, including a $99,000 buyout in December 2021 for one tenant at 1856 Jefferson Street.

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Risk rating

How 1854-1856 Jefferson 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
63th percentile

Out of 988 buildings in this neighborhood, 366 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
84%
No DBI
violation
16%
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.

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.

DBI complaints, owner's portfolio

Complaints across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 75.1%
Moderate concern 20.2%
Severe concern 4.6%
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

1854-1856 Jefferson St event timeline

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

2026
Building Permit Mar 16
Recommmencement and completion of work approved under pa# 202205244906 & 202404301038.
$20,000 · Complete
Building PermitJan 13
Revision to permit 202211025704. change room name on ground floor from media room to bedroom. ref bpa# 202205244906.

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