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2390 Francisco St

Marina, SF 94123 0927019 12 units · 3 fl · 1930

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high 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 Marina — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.1
1
FewerMore

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

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2390 Francisco 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 1930
2 or more units
12 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.

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 1930
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
Units12
Floors3
Year built1930
Total area11,460 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0927019
Ownership

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

Mailing address
49 Powell St Fl 4 San Francisco CA 94102
Last sale
July 17, 2019

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Initial analysis

2390 Francisco Street is a 12-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1930 in the Marina neighborhood. The property has undergone significant renovations in recent years, including multiple unit upgrades between 2019-2024, with work performed in units 102, 103, 202, 204, 303, and 304. These renovations typically included adding new bedrooms, kitchen improvements, and washer/dryer installations, with costs ranging from $88,000 to $300,000. A major focus has been seismic safety compliance, with permits filed in 2023-2024 for soft story upgrades and retrofit work, though the building remains non-compliant with the Mandatory Soft Story Program as evidenced by an active violation filed in January 2023, with a director hearing scheduled for November 2024.

The building's recent history has been marked by construction-related issues and resident concerns. During 2021, multiple complaints were filed regarding construction work, including concerns about dust, safety, and communication issues, with complaints noting toxic air quality and inadequate safety measures. There have been several fire-related incidents, though none resulted in injuries, including false alarms and system malfunctions. The property has also experienced administrative and compliance challenges, such as an active soft story program violation and a historical fire proofing violation from 2006. Recent maintenance-related complaints have been documented through 311 calls, primarily regarding water leaks and sidewalk issues, with multiple reports through late 2024 suggesting ongoing infrastructure maintenance needs.

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Risk rating

How 2390 Francisco 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
6thpercentile

Out of 988 buildings in this neighborhood, 929 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

The three data points that most influenced this building's risk rating — ranked by the weight the model placed on each one.

Building size

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

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

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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The story over time

2390 Francisco St event timeline

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

2026
Planning Record Jun 01
Request for zoning verification letter
Closed - Issued
DBI ComplaintMay 26
Date last observed: 22-may-26; time last observed: april 8, 2026; floor: first floo; unit: 101; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling water intrusion; plumbing leak; ; additional information: due to leak continuing and spreading or months, black mold has spread on an entire wall and a new leak has developed in an adjacent room. ;

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