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2845-2847 Golden Gate Ave

Lone Mountain, SF 94118 1167041 11 units · 2 fl · 1961

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high risk of further maintenance problems 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 Lone Mountain — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.9
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), above the Lone Mountain average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2845-2847 Golden Gate Ave 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 1961
2 or more units
11 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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 1961
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
Units11
Floors2
Year built1961
Total area
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1167041
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
2845 Golden Gate Ave San Francisco CA 94118
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2845 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
2847 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The 11-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 2845-2847 Golden Gate Avenue, owned by Ecuavest N V, has a mixed history of improvements and ongoing concerns since its 1961 construction. The building completed its mandatory soft-story seismic retrofit in 2023, after initially beginning work in 2017 valued at $89,000, which involved significant structural improvements including the widening of foundation moment frames and upgrades to garage/storey strength. However, several concerning issues persist: as of 2024, there remain active fire safety violations regarding improperly maintained fire extinguishers, with recent documentation showing discrepancies in maintenance requirements. The building has experienced recurring maintenance challenges, including a notable 2022 complaint about water intrusion, plumbing leaks, and mold, along with a history of fire system maintenance violations between 2014 and 2024, particularly regarding extinguishers and alarm systems.

The property has undergone various improvements over the decades, including reroofing in 2003, fence reconstruction in 1997, and garage replacement in 1988, though some of these permits have expired. Multiple fire safety inspections between 2003 and 2024 reveal a pattern of fire safety maintenance issues, including problems with extinguishers, sprinklers, and alarm systems. In addition to these concerns, the building has faced other maintenance challenges, such as mold issues, plumbing problems, and concerns about lead paint in 2018. Recent 311 calls from 2023-2024 mostly relate to external matters like sidewalk cleaning and parking enforcement, suggesting ongoing property management attention to street-level maintenance. Notably, there have been two carbon monoxide-related incidents recorded at the address, though neither resulted in civilian injuries.

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Risk rating

How 2845-2847 Golden Gate Ave'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
1stpercentile

Out of 519 buildings in this neighborhood, 514 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
34%
No DBI
violation
66%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

Neighborhood location

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12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 66%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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2845-2847 Golden Gate Ave event timeline

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2025
DBI Complaint Nov 25
Date last observed: 17-jun-25; identity of person performing the work: dr blacony; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling ; additional information: code violation sb721. a walkway of units 1,2,3,4,5 has failed inspection requiring non-emergency repairs. property owner/manager contact information: ammala elizabeth t. (manager) | 4157963019 | [email protected];
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