1247-1251 Masonic Ave, San Francisco, CA 94117

The three-unit residential building at 1247-1251 Masonic Ave in the Haight Ashbury neighborhood, owned by Julia R. Wallace and constructed in 1906, has undergone significant recent improvements and had notable past challenges. Most recently, in late 2023 and early 2024, substantial renovations were completed, including a bathroom installation at 1249 Masonic, kitchen fixture replacements, and the installation of three new tankless water heaters across all units.

The building has received comprehensive plumbing updates, including house trap replacement in 2022 and various gas line installations between 2010-2014. Earlier structural work included roofing replacement in 2017 and crucial foundation work in 2007-2008, following concerns about undermining during adjacent excavation. The property has experienced several important incidents requiring attention over the years.

In 2016-2017, there were heating system violations that were addressed, and there was also a complaint regarding potential unauthorized living space conversion for Airbnb rentals in late 2017. A 2003 routine inspection led to multiple violations related to fire safety and security, including issues with garbage storage, stair repairs, and gate security, though all were eventually abated. More recently, there has been a pattern of graffiti incidents reported in 2024, primarily affecting utility infrastructure, though these are not directly related to building safety or habitability. The building's systems have been systematically upgraded over the years, with recent electrical work including fire warning system installations as part of the 2023 bathroom remodel.