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1821 Lyon St

Pacific Heights, SF 94115 1022002 2 units · 2 fl · 1895

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, and our model puts it at a low risk of maintenance problems over the next 12 months. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Pacific Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.5
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Pacific Heights average of 1.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1821 Lyon 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 1895
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.

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 1895
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1895
Total area3,420 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1022002
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Macieira-kaufmann Rebecca & 1821 Lyon St San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
October 29, 2010

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Initial analysis

The property at 1821 Lyon Street is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building located in Pacific Heights, constructed in 1895 and currently owned by the Macieira-Kaufmann Trust. The building has undergone several significant improvements over the past two decades, with the most recent major work being street space permits issued in early 2018. In 2017, repairs were completed to address dry rot issues in the rear deck, while substantial improvements were made in 2010 including the installation of a washer/dryer in the basement garage, electrical work for a future hot tub, and window replacement. Between 2004 and 2005, the building underwent extensive electrical upgrades including a complete rewiring of the three-story structure, installation of new meter panels, and grounding improvements.

The building's history includes some notable incidents that required attention, including a construction-related complaint in 2006 regarding a retaining wall, and a fire hazard complaint in 1998 that was promptly resolved. Recent maintenance issues have primarily revolved around exterior concerns, with multiple reports of garbage and debris in 2024, though most were resolved quickly. There are ongoing concerns about tree root damage to the sidewalk, with open cases filed in both 2022 and 2024. The property has maintained a generally good record in recent years, with no active building violations and all major complaints having been resolved. Recent street cleaning and maintenance calls primarily relate to external areas rather than the building structure itself.

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Risk rating

How 1821 Lyon 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
72ndpercentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 270 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
81%
No DBI
violation
19%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

Property class: multi-family flat

2–4 unit flats (class F) are a common SF building type with their own maintenance and complaint patterns.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 19%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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