161-163 Grand View Ave, San Francisco, CA 94114

The property at 161-163 Grand View Avenue is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building located in the Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights neighborhood. Built in 1964 and owned by Craig L Mattson, this flats/duplex building has undergone several significant renovations and improvements over the years. The most substantial work occurred between 2005-2007, including a comprehensive kitchen and bathroom remodel (completed in 2006 with a $60,000 cost), electrical system upgrades (including new circuitry and panel installation in 2005 and 2007), and the addition of automatic sprinklers in the basement in 2005.

More recent improvements include the installation of a natural gas direct vent fireplace in 2020 and a complete replacement of the house trap and sewer connection in 2018. The property has experienced consistent maintenance and upgrading of its systems, including multiple plumbing and electrical improvements. However, there was a notable period of concern regarding illegal short-term rentals from 2019-2020, when the property was subject to complaints about unauthorized Airbnb rentals during shelter-in-place orders.

This issue was ultimately resolved through federal court intervention and instruction to cease such activities. Recent activity at the property has generated multiple 311 calls throughout 2023-2024, primarily related to graffiti, noise, and street maintenance issues, though these appear to be neighborhood-wide concerns rather than building-specific problems. A malfunctioning smoke detector incident was recorded in the fire incident database, but no civilian injuries were reported. The building's permit history suggests regular maintenance and upgrading of its systems, with no major safety violations or persistent building code issues on record.