2241-2243 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA 94121

The two-unit residential building at 2241-2243 Balboa Street in the Central Richmond neighborhood is a two-story flats/duplex structure built in 1947, currently owned by Mah Li Chun & Florence. The property has undergone several significant improvements in recent years, with the most substantial renovations occurring in 2016, including a $20,000 exterior upgrade involving replacement of front stucco and siding with aluminum-clad wood windows, a complete electrical service upgrade to 200 amps with installation of two meters, and a comprehensive second-floor kitchen remodel costing $25,000 that included new appliances, recessed lighting, and safety features.

Earlier renovations from 1998 (now expired) included reroofing work. The building has experienced recurring drainage issues, particularly evident in 2017 and 2020, with multiple records of sewage backup incidents involving 4-inch vent lines that required attention from PUC Sewer Operations. This pattern of sewer-related problems, while partially addressed through Maximo Work Orders, suggests an ongoing infrastructure challenge.

The property has also faced some external maintenance and parking issues, with three documented cases of driveway blocking in 2019 and 2024, as well as sidewalk parking violations in 2020. While these incidents are not directly related to building conditions, they may affect resident convenience and access. The 2016 renovations significantly modernized the property, though it's worth noting that the 1998 roof work permit is now expired, suggesting this element of the building's maintenance record may require attention.