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3151-3157 Geary Blvd

Lone Mountain, SF 94118 1088028 6 units · 2 fl · 1900

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 Lone Mountain — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Lone Mountain average of 0.9.

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 3151-3157 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 1900
2 or more units
6 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC3
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
Units6
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area6,244 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1088028
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
110 32nd Ave San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale

Landlord portfolio

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

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Multiple entrances & addresses

Included addresses

All street addresses sharing this blocklot that are covered by this report.

3157 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118
720 Spruce St #rear Bldg, San Francisco, CA 94118
706 Spruce St, San Francisco, CA 94118
3155 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118
3153 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118
3151 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118
Augrented Insights
Initial analysis

The property at 3151-3157 Geary Blvd is a 2-story multi-family residential building with 6 units plus retail space, constructed in 1900 and currently owned by Hui 2002 Lvg Trust. The building has undergone numerous significant improvements over the past decade, with the most recent work occurring in 2023 to add ADA-compliant door equipment and signage. In 2017, barrier removal work was completed, including restroom upgrades in the seating area of the retail space (Peet's Coffee), along with associated electrical and plumbing improvements. Major interior renovations were performed in 2014, including kitchen and bathroom remodels, new bathroom installation, and HVAC updates. Earlier improvements include the 2012 conversion of a vacant retail space into a cafe, and substantial upgrades to a detached cottage in 2011.

The building has a history of water-related issues, with complaints recorded in 2000 and 1998 reporting leaks, musty smells, and ceiling problems in residential units, though these issues are now considered resolved. Two routine inspections in 2001 and 2005 found violations related to fire safety and security that were subsequently abated. Recent building modifications have focused on accessibility improvements and general maintenance upgrades. The property has not experienced any reported fire incidents requiring evacuation, though a gas leak was noted in records without further details. The building's maintenance history shows consistent attention to upgrading plumbing, electrical, and general infrastructure systems, with all recent permits marked as complete or filed, indicating ongoing investment in property improvements.

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Risk rating

How 3151-3157 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
12thpercentile

Out of 519 buildings in this neighborhood, 457 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.

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.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

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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3151-3157 Geary Blvd event timeline

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

2024
Fire Incident Jan 20 Serious
412 Gas leak (natural gas or LPG)
Injuries: 0 · Fatalities: 0

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