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2038 Divisadero St

Pacific Heights, SF 94115 1026017 12 units · 3 fl · 1964

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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 Pacific Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.5
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Pacific Heights average of 1.5.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2038 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 1964
2 or more units
12 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC2
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 1964
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
Units12
Floors3
Year built1964
Total area11,400 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1026017
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Steven C. Thrower 1 Bush St Ste 900 San Francisco CA 94104
Last sale
December 01, 2005

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Initial analysis

2038 Divisadero St is a 12-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1964, currently owned by 2038 Divisadero St LLC. The property has undergone various improvements and maintenance work over the years, with the most significant recent work being the installation of a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade completed in early 2023, which included new sounders in sleeping areas and replacement of safety devices to meet current codes. The building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017, demonstrating compliance with seismic safety requirements.

Recent improvements include individual unit upgrades such as washer/dryer installations, bathroom and kitchen remodels, and electrical system enhancements in multiple apartments (Units 102, 201, 304, and 101). The property has experienced several maintenance issues over the years, including a 2013 incident where a commercial van damaged the garage and gas meter, resulting in repairs and temporary service disruptions. Historical complaints reveal past concerns with water damage, fire safety systems, and construction notification issues, though these have generally been addressed through subsequent repairs and compliance measures. Most recently, in early 2024, fire safety violations were noted regarding the alarm system maintenance and emergency lighting, though these were marked as "abated" once corrective actions were taken.

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Risk rating

How 2038 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

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
21stpercentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 761 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
45%
No DBI
violation
55%
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 size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

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.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 55%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

2038 Divisadero St event timeline

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

2026
DBI Complaint Jan 20
Date last observed: 18-jan-26; time last observed: 6:00pm; floor: all; unit: all; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling fire safety/fire escape; expired permits; disabled acc: elevator/lift; ; additional information: elevator has been red-tagged and out of service since aug, 19, 2025 with no communicated plan for a timeline to return to operation and no observable work being done;
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