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2229 Divisadero St

Pacific Heights, SF 94115 1001003 4 units · 2 fl · 1900

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 Pacific Heights
At or below average
avg 1.4
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Pacific Heights average of 1.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2229 Divisadero 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 1900
2 or more units
4 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.

Building characteristics
Units4
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area2,380 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1001003
Ownership

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

Owner name
Heathcote Lewis & Hollis Ni
Mailing address
2229 Divisadero St San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
040518

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Initial analysis

2229 Divisadero Street is a 4-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1900 in Pacific Heights, currently owned by Heathcote Lewis & Hollis Ni. The property has undergone significant renovations and system upgrades over the past decade, including a $36,000 reroofing project completed in 2021, extensive plumbing and electrical work in 2016 (including a kitchen remodel with new cabinets, countertops, fixtures, and complete rewiring), and comprehensive plumbing updates in 2013 including the installation of fire sprinklers and a new water service. Between 2014-2016, multiple bathroom remodels were completed across various units, along with kitchen improvements and electrical system upgrades.

Of particular concern is the recent pattern of complaints suggesting possible illegal unit conversions, with complaints filed in both November 2023 and March 2024 alleging the building was improperly converted from two units to a single-family home. These complaints referenced information from "Architectural Digest" magazine and prompted investigation by the Building Inspection Division, though these cases were marked as "Not Active" with "Closed - No Violation" status according to Planning Records. The building has a history of code compliance issues, particularly noted during a 2016 routine inspection which identified multiple fire safety concerns (though these were subsequently abated), and a 2014 complaint regarding construction work allegedly exceeding permitted scope. An extensive renovation period from 2012-2014 included major updates to all units, including radiant heating installation, bathroom and kitchen remodels, and garage improvements.

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Risk rating

How 2229 Divisadero 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
58th percentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 404 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
71%
No DBI
violation
29%
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.

Number of units

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

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 53.7%
Moderate concern 34.4%
Severe concern 11.9%
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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2229 Divisadero St event timeline

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

2024
DBI Complaint Mar 27
Date last observed: 26-mar-24; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling illegal change of use; ; additional information: in ‘architectural digest’ magazine admitting removing unit. 2 unit building changed to single family house ;
Building Inspection Division
Planning RecordMar 27
In 'Architectural Digest" magazine admitting removing unit. 2 unit building changed to fingle family house. DBI Complaint 202421440

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