285 Grand View Ave, San Francisco, CA 94114

The 8-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 285 Grand View Ave in Noe Valley, constructed in 1962 and currently owned by Grandview Apt LLC, has undergone several significant improvements and faced various maintenance issues over the past few years. Most notably, the building has received substantial fire safety upgrades, including a complete fire alarm system upgrade in 2021 ($20,000) to comply with current fire codes, installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas, and new fire sprinklers ($9,000) in 2020. The property successfully added an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in 2017, converting the basement space at a cost of $56,000, which included a complete infrastructure upgrade of kitchen, bathroom, electrical systems, and plumbing.

Recent maintenance issues have raised some concerns about resident comfort and safety. In 2023, the building experienced problems with common areas, heating systems, and plumbing (bathtub leak) that were addressed but not fully resolved at the time of reporting. Between 2016-2023, the property has undergone multiple unit renovations, including a complete remodel of Apartment #6 in 2016 ($35,000) involving electrical work, kitchen, and bathroom updates.

The building, which has achieved Tier 3 soft-story compliance, demonstrates ongoing commitment to safety improvements, as evidenced by the complete fire safety systems upgrade and other infrastructure enhancements. While the property has experienced various maintenance issues and violations over the years, most have been resolved promptly, with the exception of some recent concerns. A tenant buyout occurred in December 2016, resulting in a payment of $27,258.69 to two tenants, though details surrounding this transaction are limited in the available data.