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2034 Grove St

North Panhandle, SF 94117 1189002F 2 units · 2 fl · 1925

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low 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 North Panhandle — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the North Panhandle average of 1.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2034 Grove St 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 1925
2 or more units
2 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 1925
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1925
Total area3,430 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1189002F
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
2036 Grove St San Francisco CA 94117
Last sale
May 11, 2012

Landlord portfolio

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Initial analysis

The two-unit duplex at 2034 Grove Street in Park North, constructed in 1925, has undergone several significant renovations and faced various issues over its history. Most recently, in April 2023, the upper floor underwent substantial improvements including an in-kind kitchen and bathroom remodel totaling approximately 261 square feet, with permits obtained for the associated plumbing and electrical work costing $65,000. This renovation generated some complaints from neighbors regarding unpermitted work and debris on the sidewalk, though these complaints were filed shortly before the proper permits were secured. The building had a reroofing project completed in March 2021 costing $12,500.

Historically, the property experienced a major incident in December 2000 when it required reconstruction following a fire, with repairs including electrical, plumbing, drywall, and painting work totaling $75,000. The duplex has faced various maintenance and quality-of-life issues in the surrounding area, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls between 2019 and 2024, including reports of water quality complaints (August 2020), sidewalk debris and graffiti (2024), and several instances of vehicles blocking driveways (2019).

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Risk rating

How 2034 Grove St'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
65thpercentile

Out of 797 buildings in this neighborhood, 279 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
81%
No DBI
violation
19%
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.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

DBI complaints, owner's portfolio

Complaints across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 19%
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

2034 Grove St event timeline

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

2023
Plumbing Permit Apr 17
Kitchen remodel 180 sf. bathroom remodel 39 sf and 42 sf. shower liner.
Complete
Electrical PermitApr 17
Remodel bathroom and kitchen on unti 2034 grove st san francisco, ca 94117. all work with existing.

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