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2637-2643 Baker St

Cow Hollow, SF 94123 0949004 3 units · 3 fl · 1913

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 Cow Hollow — not a forecast
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 2637-2643 Baker 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 1913
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 1913
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 built1913
Total area5,055 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0949004
Ownership

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

Mailing address
North Amanda A Trustee 2637 Baker St San Francisco CA 94123
Last sale
July 20, 2020

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2641 Baker St, San Francisco, CA 94123
2639 Baker St, San Francisco, CA 94123
2637 Baker St, San Francisco, CA 94123
2643 Baker St, San Francisco, CA 94123
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Initial analysis

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 2637-2643 Baker Street in Cow Hollow, owned by Amanda North Revoc Tr, was constructed in 1913 and has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over its history. The most recent major work, ongoing as of late 2024, involves stucco resurfacing of the front facade to address considerable cracking, while earlier this year, a 400-amp underground electrical panel upgrade was completed. There have been multiple instances of water heater replacements, most recently in 2015, following similar work in 2008. The building has faced several concerning structural issues, including foundation shoring work in 2002 due to adjacent construction, rear deck repairs in 2003 due to deterioration and post beetle presence, and more recent instances of unauthorized construction in late 2024 involving sidewalk excavation and scaffolding concerns.

The property has a documented history of building code violations and complaints, particularly relating to safety and maintenance. Notable issues include a serious bathroom leak in 2007 threatening structural safety, multiple instances of construction material blocking fire exits in late 2022, and several routine inspections revealing various compliance matters. A recent sewage back-up incident was reported in October 2024, though this was subsequently resolved. Between 2022 and 2024, there have been multiple complaints about construction activities, some conducted without proper permits, and safety concerns regarding scaffolding. The building underwent significant interior renovations in 2011 that generated complaints about the lack of proper containment, and historical records show security violations requiring the installation of proper deadlatch locks in 2005. The property has also experienced periodic issues with exterior maintenance, including a notable leak repair in 2007 and deck repairs in 2003. A tenant buyout occurred at 2639 Baker Street in September 2021 for $50,000 involving two tenants, though records do not show any such transactions for the other units.

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Risk rating

How 2637-2643 Baker 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
42ndpercentile

Out of 861 buildings in this neighborhood, 499 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
74%
No DBI
violation
26%
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 risk forecast
Low failure risk 26%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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2637-2643 Baker St event timeline

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

2024
DBI Complaint Dec 02
Significant construction without a permit; digging hole into the sidewalk; shaky-looking scaffold - sewer work and other plumbing work in garage
Plumbing Inspection Division
DBI ComplaintNov 19
Significant construction without a permit; digging hole into the sidewalk; shaky-looking scaffold

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