1798 Grove St, San Francisco, CA 94117

The 6-unit, 3-story apartment building at 1798 Grove Street in Park North, built in 1913 and currently owned by the Elizabeth Tsai Living Trust, has undergone significant renovations and improvements over the past decade. Most notably, the building completed its mandatory soft-story seismic retrofit in 2017 (Tier 3), and the fire alarm system was upgraded in 2023 to include low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas. Recent maintenance includes a front entry door replacement in 2023 and various unit renovations, including substantial updates to Units 1-3 between 2015-2019, featuring kitchen and bathroom remodels, window replacements, and electrical upgrades.

The building has experienced some maintenance challenges, including a 2022 complaint about a rotted fire escape stair and security issues with a broken front door, though these complaints are no longer active. Historical records show several building violations from 2004-2005 related to electrical, fire safety, and lead paint concerns, all of which were resolved by July 2005. More recent issues primarily concerned unauthorized construction work in 2018 regarding window replacements and unit renovations, though these were subsequently addressed through proper permitting.

The property has maintained regular upkeep, including multiple roof replacements (2010) and various plumbing upgrades, particularly focusing on modernizing units and addressing safety features. The building's location has experienced typical urban issues as evidenced by recent 311 calls regarding graffiti, debris, and tree maintenance, most of which were promptly resolved by city services. While the building had one recorded building fire incident, it resulted in no civilian injuries.