632-636 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA 94118

The three-unit residential building at 632-636 Balboa Street in the Inner Richmond neighborhood, owned by Spasojevic Nemanja & Miluti, has undergone several significant improvements since its construction in 1908. Most recently, in 2023, the property received a new cool roof overlay at a cost of $16,700, demonstrating compliance with California's energy efficiency requirements. The building underwent substantial interior upgrades in 2021-2022, including a complete kitchen and bathroom remodel on the second floor ($26,000), electrical system improvements with new circuits and receptacles, and the installation of new appliances including a water heater and washer/dryer.

However, the property has faced multiple maintenance challenges, particularly regarding wood structures, with documented issues of dry rot affecting rear stairs and landing in 2012, 2002, and as far back as 1987. A notable cluster of violations was recorded in March 2022, including problems with walls, ceilings, floors, and lead paint hazards, though these were abated by April 2022. The building's maintenance history shows regular attention to roofing issues, with multiple reroofing projects documented in 1987, 1996, 2008, and most recently in 2023. Electrical system upgrades have been a recurring theme, with significant work completed in 2015 and 2022, including panel replacements and new circuit installations throughout the building.

Recent tenant complaints as of November 2024 indicate ongoing maintenance concerns, including an unresponsive landlord regarding oven repairs and some unresolved kitchen issues. While the building has maintained compliance with most housing codes, historical violations from 2002 regarding fire safety, security, and plumbing systems were addressed and abated. The property has experienced occasional exterior maintenance issues, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls regarding garbage, debris, and toter placement between 2018-2024. The building's management has shown effort to maintain the property, as evidenced by recent improvements, though some tenant concerns about responsiveness remain unresolved.