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1944-1946 Baker St

Pacific Heights, SF 94115 1005028 4 units · 2 fl · 1905

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 1944-1946 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 1905
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 built1905
Total area3,420 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1005028
Ownership

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

Owner name
Freye Christopher J
Mailing address
1944a Baker St San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
042402

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1946 Baker St, San Francisco, CA 94115
1944 Baker St, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Initial analysis

The 2-story, 4-unit multi-family residential building at 1944-1946 Baker Street in Pacific Heights, owned by Christopher J. Freye, has undergone several significant renovations and maintenance work since its construction in 1905. The most comprehensive recent work occurred in 2013, when the building underwent extensive exterior improvements including shingle replacement, stair and deck renovations, siding upgrades, and dry rot repairs, totaling approximately $44,500. In 2014, a concern was raised regarding the removal of a fire escape during remodeling work, though this was quickly addressed. The building has shown attention to plumbing and electrical systems, with a substantial kitchen and bathroom remodel completed in 2004 including electrical upgrades.

The property experienced several maintenance challenges in the mid-2000s, including interior damage and water-related issues in 2005 that required repairs and led to lead paint notifications, though these violations were abated within a month. More recently, there have been multiple reports of sewer issues between 2017-2020, including backups and possible root problems in the lower lateral line. The building has undergone regular safety inspections, with the most recent routine checks showing no active concerns. The property has experienced some exterior maintenance challenges, including graffiti concerns (faded) in 2016 and sidewalk tree root issues in 2018, though these were resolved. The most recent building activity recorded was an abandoned vehicle report from October 2024, which was not directly related to the building's condition or maintenance.

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Risk rating

How 1944-1946 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
53th percentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 453 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
69%
No DBI
violation
31%
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.

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

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

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 59.5%
Moderate concern 24.5%
Severe concern 16.0%
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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