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2444-2446 Lake St

Lake Street, SF 94121 1333021 2 units · 3 fl · 1912

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, but recent activity points to a low risk of further maintenance problems in the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Lake Street — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.6
3
FewerMore

This building has 3 novs (7y), above the Lake Street average of 0.6.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2444-2446 Lake 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 1912
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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 1912
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
Floors3
Year built1912
Total area4,082 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1333021
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
5353 Comstock Rd Placerville CA 95667
Last sale
November 15, 2022

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2444 Lake St, San Francisco, CA 94121
2446 Lake St, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Initial analysis

2444-2446 Lake Street is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1912, currently owned by Margaret Huckeba. The property has undergone several significant modifications and repairs over the past two decades, most notably addressing safety concerns with the rear stairs. In 2021, serious issues were reported regarding the back stairs' condition, leading to multiple notices of violation (NOV) and subsequent repair permits in 2022-2025 totaling approximately $12,500. The building has experienced various maintenance challenges, including dry rot repairs to the front facade in 2000 ($15,000), deck removal in 2011 to comply with an NOV, and the installation of wood shingles on the building's front in 2000 ($10,000). A notable period of violations occurred in 2011-2012 regarding unauthorized modifications, including an illegal roof deck and the use of a residential space for commercial purposes (operating "San Francyclo," a bike repair business), though these issues were eventually resolved by 2012.

Recent maintenance concerns primarily revolve around tree-related issues, with multiple 311 calls regarding property damage and maintenance needs between 2021-2024, though these appear to be managed through the city's tree maintenance protocols. The building's interior has seen several improvements over the years, including bathroom and kitchen remodels, and the addition of new living spaces between 2000-2006, with electrical work completed to support these modifications. The most recent permitted work (2025) involves exterior stair repairs and support post replacements, indicating ongoing attention to structural maintenance. The property has experienced recurring issues with parking enforcement, as evidenced by multiple citations in 2023-2024, and the building's compliance history shows a pattern of addressing violations, though some required building permits were originally missing or obtained retroactively.

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Risk rating

How 2444-2446 Lake 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
28thpercentile

Out of 660 buildings in this neighborhood, 475 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
76%
No DBI
violation
24%
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.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

Director's hearing rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building rate of director's hearings across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 24%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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2444-2446 Lake St event timeline

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

2026
DBI Complaint Mar 24
Excessive noise coming from unpermitted construction (311 sr 101003729112)
Code Enforcement Section
311 RequestMar 23
Construction private property

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