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1908 Baker St

Pacific Heights, SF 94115 1005017 2 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 1908 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 1900
2 or more units
2 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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area2,950 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1005017
Ownership

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

Owner name
Philipp & Virginia Frings T
Mailing address
Phillipp A & Virginia S Fri 1908 Baker St San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
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Landlord portfolio

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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 1908 Baker Street in Pacific Heights, constructed in 1900, has undergone several significant improvements over the years, with the most recent being comprehensive solar panel installations completed in early 2024 (totaling 11 PV modules at 4.565 kW). The property has seen systematic electrical upgrades in 2023 with the replacement of two main panels, following a survey conducted earlier that year. Historical improvements include a substantial foundation upgrade in 2006 (costing $32,000), and significant renovations in 1991 involving kitchen remodeling, bathroom upgrades, and the removal of a wall between flats for improved access.

The building's maintenance history shows attention to structural integrity, with earlier repairs including deck railing work in 1989 and multiple permits from 1982 establishing its current use as a flats/duplex property. Recent events in 2024 indicate some neighborhood challenges, particularly regarding parking enforcement, with multiple citations issued for blocked driveways, though these are external to the building's condition. Two fire alarm incidents were recorded - one for a malfunctioning system and another for an unintentional smoke detector activation, neither resulting in injuries. The property has received necessary permits for significant improvements like rear yard modifications to add new decks and a stairway serving both units, reflecting ongoing обновление.

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Risk rating

How 1908 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

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
78th percentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 212 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
84%
No DBI
violation
16%
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 age

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

Building permits, owner's portfolio

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

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 79.4%
Moderate concern 13.7%
Severe concern 6.9%
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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The story over time

1908 Baker St event timeline

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

2025
311 Request Jan 22
Blocking driveway cite only
Parking Enforcement

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