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2454 Geary Blvd

Lower Pacific Heights, SF 94115 1081015

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
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 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 2454 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 1910
2 or more units
? units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
Possibly exempt. Built before 1979 but single-unit — single-family homes and condos may be exempt from the SF 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 1910
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
May be covered by AB 1482. The building is old enough for the statewide rent cap (5% + regional CPI, capped at 10% per year) and just-cause protection after 12 months of tenancy.

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
Units—
Floors4
Year built1910
Total area5,835 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1081015
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
236 West Portal Ave Ste 420 San Francisco CA 94127
Last sale
June 27, 2013

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Initial analysis

The four-story apartment building at 2454 Geary Blvd, owned by Christopher Omran, was constructed in 1910 and has experienced several significant maintenance and infrastructure challenges over the years. Most recently, in late 2021, there was a reported water intrusion issue affecting Unit 2 in the main building, with complaints of a leaking ceiling. The building has faced recurring drainage and sewage problems, with complaints in 2012 documenting both sewage backup issues and malfunctioning sump pump systems in the building. In 2013, a portion of the building's siding was replaced at a cost of $27,000, and a sewage pump replacement was completed in 2012, indicating ongoing concerns with the building's plumbing systems.

The building underwent substantial electrical system improvements in 2003, including the installation of new electrical panels, circuits, and appliance connections during a remodeling project involving four units. Building violations from 2001-2004 documented multiple safety and maintenance issues, including problems with stairs, fire safety equipment, gas utility shutoffs, and egress obstructions, all of which were subsequently abated. A horizontal expansion complaint was filed in 2004 regarding unauthorized rooftop work, though records indicate this issue was eventually abated. The building's fire safety systems have shown intermittent issues, with several documented alarm activations between 2003 and 2014, though none resulted in injuries or confirmed fires. A notable pattern of garbage and debris reports has emerged in recent years (2024), though these appear to be primarily related to street cleaning issues rather than building-specific problems. The building's unit count is listed as 0 in the current data, which may require verification.

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Risk rating

How 2454 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
18thpercentile

Out of 670 buildings in this neighborhood, 549 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
48%
No DBI
violation
52%
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.

Number of floors

Building height affects maintenance complexity and is one of the size signals the model uses.

Building size

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 52%
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

2454 Geary Blvd event timeline

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

2025
Building Permit Dec 02
To comply with nov#202539902 to remove failing fence and replace w/ a concrete retaining wall at back of rear yard
$20,000 · Issued
Planning RecordDec 02
rebuild retaining wall with fence not exceedin 6-feet.

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