1798 Great Hwy, San Francisco, CA 94122

1798 Great Highway is a 6-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1913 and currently owned by OB LLC. The property has undergone significant improvements over the past several years, most notably completing mandatory soft story retrofits in 2021 (initially mandated in 2019) with multiple related permits totaling over $110,000. Substantial renovations were completed in 2021, including a kitchen remodel in Apartment #3, exterior re-siding with Hardi shingle/board, window replacements (up to 70 windows), and stair repairs, with associated plumbing and electrical work totaling approximately $190,000.

The building received important infrastructure upgrades, including a new roof in 2016 ($25,000), exterior stucco replacement in 2008 ($25,000), and comprehensive electrical system improvements in 2004 with conversion to underground services and 400-amp upgrade. Historical records show persistent maintenance issues between 2001-2002, including water leaks, electrical problems, and interior surface concerns, though these were resolved by October 2002. More recent tenant complaints have been minimal, with the most significant being a 2019 complaint about unauthorized exterior work and a 2024 complaint regarding building debris.

The building was subject to short-term rental violations that were resolved in 2022, and tenant buyouts of $40,000 were recorded for two units in January 2022. Recent activity at the property has primarily involved exterior maintenance concerns, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in late 2024 and early 2025 regarding garbage and debris, though these appear to be street-related issues rather than building maintenance problems. The most recent building inspection (2018) was routine, and all recent building permits have been properly completed and finalized.