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2594 Sutter St

Lower Pacific Heights, SF 94115 1053017 2 units · 1 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 Lower Pacific Heights
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.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2594 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.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors1
Year built1900
Total area3,162 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1053017
Ownership

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

Owner name
Leong John & Cindy Y
Mailing address
2594 Sutter St San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
010407

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Initial analysis

The two-unit multi-family residential building at 2594 Sutter Street in Lower Pacific Heights, owned by John and Cindy Leong, was constructed in 1900 and features a flat and store configuration. The property has undergone several significant renovations over its history, with major work completed in 2004-2005 including a comprehensive electrical rewiring project (installed 40 lights, 20 switches, 50 receptacles, 27 circuits, and two panels), siding replacement, and waterproofing work valued at $15,000. A building violation was issued in July 2004 regarding unauthorized foundation work, though this was abated the following month. The building has experienced some maintenance issues, with building permits showing wood damage repairs to window sills in 2009 and reroofing in 2006.

In terms of recent history, there have been multiple fire department responses to the building, primarily for medical assistance calls and a smoke scare incident, though no civilian injuries were reported in any incidents. Two notable building complaints were filed in 2015 (regarding open doors and smoking concerns) and 2018 (regarding construction debris), though these cases are now inactive. The property's immediate vicinity has experienced recurring issues with street cleaning and garbage debris, with multiple 311 calls documented in 2024, though these are primarily related to street maintenance rather than building-specific concerns. Recent structural improvements are evidenced by two street space permits issued in 2016, suggesting ongoing maintenance of public areas adjacent to the property.

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Risk rating

How 2594 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

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
61th percentile

Out of 670 buildings in this neighborhood, 261 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
79%
No DBI
violation
21%
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.

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

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 74.8%
Moderate concern 20.5%
Severe concern 4.7%
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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2594 Sutter St event timeline

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

2025
311 Request Nov 26
Abandoned vehicle
Parking Enforcement

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