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1443 Lincoln Way

Inner Sunset, SF 94122 1735056 2 units · 1 fl · 1920

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Inner Sunset
At or below average
avg 1.1
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Inner Sunset average of 1.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1443 Lincoln Way 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 1920
2 or more units
2 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.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors1
Year built1920
Total area1,973 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1735056
Ownership

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

Owner name
Kramer Alexander W
Mailing address
1443 Lincoln Way San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale
112613

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Initial analysis

The property at 1443 Lincoln Way is a two-unit, one-story multi-family residential building located in the Inner Sunset neighborhood, constructed in 1920 and currently owned by Alexander W. Kramer. The building has undergone several significant improvements over the past 23 years, with the most recent being a comprehensive HVAC upgrade in July 2023 that included the installation of a heat pump system with separate circuits for both the air handler and A/C unit, costing approximately $14,000. Other notable recent improvements include the installation of a 3.839 kW solar PV system in late 2019, and a complete kitchen renovation in 2016 that included new cabinets, countertops, flooring, and electrical upgrades, though the original permits expired and were subsequently renewed. The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep, including a 2019 reroofing project, replacement of 12 vinyl windows in 2001, and multiple bathroom remodels in 2003 and 2004.

The property has experienced some external issues typical of urban locations, with recent concerns including an encampment report from May 2024 and past graffiti incidents, though the latter was officially resolved in 2023. The building has not had any reported safety violations or concerning maintenance issues in recent years, and the majority of service calls have been related to street cleaning and parking enforcement matters rather than building-specific problems. Historical permits indicate attention to structural integrity, with dry rot repair and fireplace system updates completed in 1995. The property's maintenance record suggests regular investment in building systems and fixtures, with particular attention paid to kitchens and bathrooms over the decades, as well as sustainability improvements such as the recent solar installation.

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Risk rating

How 1443 Lincoln Way'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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
71th percentile

Out of 1493 buildings in this neighborhood, 433 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
86%
No DBI
violation
14%
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.

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

Building age

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

Building permits, owner's portfolio

Permits pulled across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 81.1%
Moderate concern 15.1%
Severe concern 3.8%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

1443 Lincoln Way event timeline

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

2023
Electrical Permit Jul 18
Installed 2 separate circuits for hvac 1 for air handler a 30a and the other for a/c unit a 40a
Complete
Plumbing PermitJul 01
Work category: 1m; replace existing furnace with heat pump system. use existing duct work.

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