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2355-2357 Chestnut St

Marina, SF 94123 0936018G 3 units · 3 fl · 1929

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Marina — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.1
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Marina average of 1.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2355-2357 Chestnut 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 1929
2 or more units
3 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 1929
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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1929
Total area5,750 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0936018G
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Sui T & Helen S Lee, Truste Po Box 590246 San Francisco CA 94159
Last sale

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2357 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94123
2355 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94123
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Initial analysis

The property at 2355-2357 Chestnut St is a three-story multi-family residential building with commercial space, located in the Marina neighborhood. Built in 1929 and owned by the Lee Family Living Trust, the building has undergone multiple roofing projects over the years, with the most recent re-roofing completed in 2020 at a cost of $7,000, following earlier roofing work in 2018 ($22,200) and 2008 ($12,300). Significant maintenance work was performed in 2001 to address water damage, skylight repairs, and dry rot ($27,500), along with seismic reinforcement completed in 1996. The building has experienced recurring fire safety issues, with violations noted in 2024 (general unsafe buildings, exits/fire escapes) and 2021 (fire escape problems), as well as multiple fire complaints regarding operating without a permit in 2024 and 2021. A notable building complaint was filed in 2015 regarding a smoke stack emitting black soot and heavy smoke near windows. Recent incidents (2024) around the property include various municipal service calls for issues such as excessive noise, street cleaning, a sewage backup, and shared spaces violations.

The building's commercial space has seen various changes, including the installation of a retractable awning in 1998, a bar installation in 1995, and the controversial proposal for a large bakery that triggered planning discussions. Multiple fire safety violations have been documented between 2014-2024, with most being resolved or abated, though some required correction of permit-related issues. The property has maintained regular roof maintenance, with three re-roofing projects completed between 2001-2020, indicating ongoing building upkeep. Recent municipal service calls suggest ongoing environmental challenges in the area, though these are primarily related to street conditions rather than building-specific issues.

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Risk rating

How 2355-2357 Chestnut 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
41stpercentile

Out of 988 buildings in this neighborhood, 583 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
72%
No DBI
violation
28%
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.

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

DBI complaints, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 28%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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2355-2357 Chestnut St event timeline

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2025
311 Request Nov 02
311 service request
Encampment
Planning RecordJun 11
ABC referral - Type 41, 58

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