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2737 Sutter St

Lower Pacific Heights, SF 94115 1073017 13 units · 3 fl · 1905

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. 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 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 2737 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 1905
2 or more units
13 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 1905
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
Units13
Floors3
Year built1905
Total area10,191 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1073017
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
268 Bush St # 1688 San Francisco CA 94104
Last sale
August 15, 2018

Landlord portfolio

Other SF properties this owner holds, with a risk rating for each.

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Initial analysis

The 13-unit, 3-story apartment building at 2737 Sutter Street in Lower Pacific Heights, built in 1905, has undergone significant maintenance and safety improvements in recent years. The property completed its mandatory Soft Story retrofit in 2018, demonstrating compliance with seismic safety requirements. Major improvements include a $35,000 termite and dryrot damage repair in 2021, a $58,971 fire alarm system upgrade in 2019, and various unit renovations including the installation of washer/dryer facilities, kitchen and bathroom remodels in units #3, #8, #11, and radiator installations in unit #8. The building has seen several systems upgrades, including a water heater replacement in 2020 and a service upgrade in 2015.

The building has had several concerning incidents and violations that were addressed, including complaints about heating issues, particularly during winter 2017-2018, and multiple fire-related violations regarding blocked exits and sprinkler systems between 2018-2023. While most historical violations have been abated, there were notable complaints in 2013-2014 regarding maintenance issues including pest infestations, mold, and unauthorized renovations. Recent records show ongoing parking enforcement issues near the property, with multiple citations issued for driveway blocking between 2022-2023. The building's management has generally addressed violations and maintenance needs as they arise, with recent complaints about blocked exits and sprinkler systems in 2023 being promptly listed as having "No Merit" upon inspection.

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Risk rating

How 2737 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
22ndpercentile

Out of 670 buildings in this neighborhood, 523 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
52%
No DBI
violation
48%
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.

Property class: single-family home

Single-family homes (class A) have distinct violation and complaint patterns from multi-family buildings.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 48%
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

2737 Sutter St event timeline

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

2023
311 Request Nov 17
General cleaning
Other Loose Garbage
Fire ComplaintOct 12
Sprinkler/Standpipe Systems

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