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2784 Union St

Cow Hollow, SF 94123 0947017 3 units · 3 fl · 1912

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 Cow Hollow
At or below average
avg 0.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Cow Hollow average of 0.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2784 Union 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 1912
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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 1912
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 built1912
Total area4,965 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0947017
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Attn Kaveh Farzin 100 Geldert Dr Tiburon CA 94920
Last sale
050807

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Initial analysis

2784 Union Street is a 3-story, 3-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1912 in the Cow Hollow neighborhood, currently owned by 2784 Union Street LLC. The property has undergone several significant structural and maintenance improvements in recent years, including foundation work (2021, $35,000), multiple stucco repairs (2020-2021, $50,000 combined), and the replacement of main sewer lateral (2021). There were notable water intrusion issues reported in early 2022 related to neighboring construction, and some concerns about work practices during exterior renovations, though these complaints were marked as not active. The building has a documented history of addressing various maintenance issues, including a comprehensive response to a 2005 violation regarding an illegal unit conversion that allegedly created safety concerns; this was resolved by March 2006 with several compliance measures.

The property has experienced recurring sewer-related issues, with multiple service requests in recent years (most recently in November 2023), including a significant repair of 18 linear feet of sewer lateral in March 2023. Other notable historical maintenance work includes reroofing (2006), and various deck repairs (1996-1997). The building's exterior has seen substantial work over the past few years, transitioning from stucco to wood siding on various elevations (2020), and undergoing waterproofing and insulation improvements. The property has been subject to regular housing inspections, with the most recent routine inspection occurring in 2009, during which several safety and security matters were identified and subsequently addressed.

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Risk rating

How 2784 Union 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
47th percentile

Out of 861 buildings in this neighborhood, 456 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
76%
No DBI
violation
24%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

Permit rate, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 75.0%
Moderate concern 17.6%
Severe concern 7.5%
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

2784 Union St event timeline

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

2022
DBI Complaint Mar 17
Date last observed: 28-jan-22; time last observed: midday; exact location: rear bldg; building type: residence/dwelling water intrusion; work w/o permit; other building; ; additional information: neighbor has built out a two story extension at rear of his building without permit. ;
Building Inspection Division
DBI ComplaintMar 17
Date last observed: 28-jan-22; time last observed: midday; exact location: roof; building type: residence/dwelling water intrusion; work w/o permit; other building; ; additional information: neighbor built out a 2 story extension at rear of his bldg w/o permits. water leaking between buildings;

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