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2504 Sutter St

Lower Pacific Heights, SF 94115 1053005A 2 units · 2 fl · 1900

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 Lower Pacific Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.6
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Lower Pacific Heights average of 1.6.

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 2504 Sutter 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
RH3
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 1900
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 built1900
Total area2,792 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1053005A
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
2504 1/2 Sutter St San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 2504 Sutter Street in Lower Pacific Heights, owned by Dorothy Shaw, was constructed in 1900 and has experienced several maintenance issues in recent years. The most concerning recent problems occurred in February 2022, when multiple complaints were filed regarding water leaks, windows that wouldn't open, and toxic-level mold in two rooms, including visible mold in the bathroom and water stains in multiple areas. These complaints led to involvement from Housing Inspection Services and Environmental Health departments, though their current resolution status is not clearly documented. The building's maintenance history shows ongoing structural and systems improvements, including bathroom remodeling (2006), kitchen remodeling (2002), electrical panel upgrade (2006), and various stair repairs, with the most recent significant work being stucco and wood siding repairs.

The property has a documented history of stair-related repairs, with work completed in both 2022 (rear stairs) and earlier in 1995. The building's permit history reveals consistent maintenance attention, though the recent mold issues suggest possible lapses in moisture management. Other non-building related incidents include multiple reports of illegal postings (2020-2021), an overgrown tree (2022), and a noise complaint (2024). Emergency services records indicate three responsive calls to the address, including two false alarms and one emergency medical service incident, none resulting in civilian injuries or fire damage. The property's documented repairs and improvements suggest regular maintenance attention, though the recent mold and water-related issues represent significant concerns regarding habitability and maintenance response.

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Risk rating

How 2504 Sutter 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
29thpercentile

Out of 670 buildings in this neighborhood, 476 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
58%
No DBI
violation
42%
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.

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.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 42%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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2504 Sutter St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jun 13
Garbage and debris
furniture

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