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202-208 Kirkham St

Inner Sunset, SF 94122 1847024 4 units · 2 fl · 1922

This building has more problems than most buildings in this neighborhood. 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 202-208 Kirkham 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 1922
2 or more units
4 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH1
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
Units4
Floors2
Year built1922
Total area3,890 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1847024
Ownership

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

Owner name
Arthur P & Marian How Tr-By
Mailing address
Marian How Trustee 112 Athens St San Francisco CA 94112
Last sale
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204 Kirkham St, San Francisco, CA 94122
206 Kirkham St, San Francisco, CA 94122
208 Kirkham St, San Francisco, CA 94122
202 Kirkham St, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Initial analysis

The 4-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 202-208 Kirkham Street in the Inner Sunset, built in 1922, is currently facing significant structural and maintenance challenges. Two active housing complaints from 2017 and 2014 detail serious concerns, including a deteriorating structure with leaks, foundation issues, mold, and broken windows with safety hazards. The building has a documented history of maintenance issues, with past violations in 2011 citing multiple fire safety concerns, including the need for fire sprinkler installation, fire extinguisher maintenance, and various interior surface repairs. The property underwent several infrastructure improvements over the years, including sewer lateral installation in 2021, though earlier work such as a 2003 PG&E service upgrade expired without completion confirmation.

Historical records show periodic maintenance efforts, including rear exterior stairs repairs in 2005 and reroofing in 1992, but these appear insufficient given the current building condition. The property has faced various regulatory requirements, including lead paint hazard notifications in 2011, though records indicate these violations were abated. Recent municipal service calls (2021-2024) have primarily related to external matters such as parking violations, illegal postings, and sidewalk maintenance issues, with most being resolved through proper channels. The building's documented history suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, with recent complaints indicating potential systemic issues requiring attention.

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Risk rating

How 202-208 Kirkham 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

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
27th percentile

Out of 1493 buildings in this neighborhood, 1090 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
68%
No DBI
violation
32%
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 size

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

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

The ZIP code captures local housing market and enforcement patterns that affect all buildings in the area.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 34.0%
Moderate concern 17.1%
Severe concern 48.9%
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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202-208 Kirkham St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Mar 16
Garbage and debris
missed route mechanical sweeping
311 RequestJan 24
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