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1909 Lake St

Lake Street, SF 94121 1380038 6 units · 3 fl · 1907

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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 Lake Street — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.6
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Lake Street average of 0.6.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1909 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 1907
2 or more units
6 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 1907
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
Units6
Floors3
Year built1907
Total area4,055 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1380038
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Geronima S Belen-bautista, 350 Elm St San Mateo CA 94401
Last sale
March 17, 1992

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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 1909 Lake Street, located in the Lake - The Presidio neighborhood, was constructed in 1907 and contains 6 units. The building, currently owned by Geronima S Belen-bautista L, has undergone several significant maintenance updates, including a complete re-roofing project in 2015 costing $24,000, following a previous cancelled re-roofing permit from 2015, and an earlier re-roofing project in 1992. A notable infrastructure upgrade occurred in April 2023 with the replacement of the main sewer line. The building has experienced recurring moisture-related issues, with multiple violations and complaints related to mold and mildew documented between 2003 and 2009, including a 2003 incident involving both walls and ceilings, and a 2009 complaint about insufficient heat and leaks with resulting mold. The property has also experienced safety-related concerns, including several fire safety violations in 2003-2006 regarding fire escape maintenance and combustible storage, though these were addressed and abated by May 2003.

Most recently, in August 2020, there was a complaint regarding a foul smell coming from apartment #1, which was last observed to be persistent since approximately 2019. The building underwent routine inspections in 2003, 2006, and 2008, revealing various maintenance needs. Infrastructure improvements include both roofing and sewer line upgrades, though the building's history shows recurring moisture-related challenges. The property has generated multiple 311 calls, primarily relating to parking issues in recent years (2023-2024), with several citations issued for illegal parking. While many historical violation cases have been resolved, the property has a documented history of moisture problems, safety violations, and maintenance needs that have required periodic attention over the years.

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Risk rating

How 1909 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
9thpercentile

Out of 660 buildings in this neighborhood, 601 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
53%
No DBI
violation
47%
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.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 47%
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

1909 Lake St event timeline

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2023
Plumbing Permit Apr 10
Work category: 2pb; replace main sewer line from housetrap sidewalk towards before foundation
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