230 11th St, San Francisco, CA 94103

The 15-unit apartment building at 230 11th Street in San Francisco's South of Market neighborhood has undergone significant upgrades and faced several challenges since its construction in 1912. The property experienced substantial fire damage in 2012, leading to extensive repairs and improvements including a complete building renovation costing $350,000. This renovation phase included the addition of two new apartments, a roof terrace, and major updates to all units' kitchens, bathrooms, and utilities.

Subsequent safety upgrades were implemented, including a new fire sprinkler system with 141 heads ($30,000), a comprehensive fire alarm system, and complete electrical rewiring ($128,800). The building has maintained active compliance with fire safety requirements, evidenced by a recent sound level verification in sleep areas completed in July 2023, though a sleeping area violation was issued in July 2024 which was subsequently abated. The property has undergone numerous infrastructure improvements including new gas furnace systems, radiant heating, complete plumbing upgrades, and foundation repairs.

A notable tenant buyout occurred in December 2017 for $14,500. Recent complaints in 2024 have primarily related to building exterior issues such as graffiti and debris on public property, while internal systems have shown good maintenance records with regular inspections and prompt addressing of violations. Historical context shows the building was subject to routine safety inspections in the early 2000s, and there were previous issues with fire safety equipment and stairway storage, though these were resolved. A unique aspect of the building's history involved multiple complaints regarding illegal commercial activities in 2015-2016, including unauthorized marijuana cultivation and deliveries, though these issues were ultimately abated through proper enforcement actions.