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2434 Geary Blvd

Lower Pacific Heights, SF 94115 1081012 9 units · 3 fl · 1964

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 2434 Geary Blvd 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
9 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 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
Units9
Floors3
Year built1964
Total area7,992 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1081012
Ownership

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

Mailing address
15 Westside Ct San Ramon CA 94583
Last sale
April 26, 1988

Landlord portfolio

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

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Initial analysis

The three-story, 9-unit multi-family residential building at 2434 Geary Blvd, owned by Frankie & Kandy Chan and built in 1964, has undergone several significant maintenance and safety upgrades over the past few years. Most notably, in August 2023, a comprehensive fire system replacement was initiated at a cost of approximately $44,800, including updates to the fire alarm panel, smoke detectors, pull stations, and installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas. Other recent improvements include the 2019 replacement of an old boiler with a new water heater (installed 1993), and various siding work in 2017-2018. The building has experienced recurring fire safety system issues, with multiple fire-related complaints between 2007-2019 regarding alarm systems, sprinkler/standpipe systems, and fire escape maintenance, though all were marked as corrected upon follow-up inspections.

The property has a history of maintenance challenges, particularly in the early 2000s, when multiple violations were recorded between 2002-2004 related to egress obstructions, security concerns, fire safety systems, and sanitation issues in common areas, all of which were subsequently abated. More recent tenant complaints in 2019 highlighted concerns about shared garage misuse, though these complaints were marked as not active. Historical records show some recurring issues with building grounds maintenance, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls between 2013-2023 regarding general cleaning needs, graffiti, and waste removal. The building's owners have consistently addressed regulatory violations and complaints when they occur, as demonstrated by the "Condition Corrected" status of most fire-related complaints and the various building permits issued for improvements. The most recent building upgrades, particularly the 2023 fire system replacement, suggest a continued commitment to maintaining and upgrading the property, particularly regarding safety systems.

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Risk rating

How 2434 Geary Blvd'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
20thpercentile

Out of 670 buildings in this neighborhood, 536 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
49%
No DBI
violation
51%
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.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Building size

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

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 51%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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2434 Geary Blvd event timeline

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

2026
Fire Complaint Mar 06
Alarm Systems
No Merit
Electrical PermitJan 08
Online electrical permit: 120 of buildings of 7-12 dwelling units. upgrading the fire alarm system adding lf horns inside the sleeping units.

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