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2391-2399 Folsom St

Inner Mission, SF 94110 3593007 8 units · 3 fl · 1902

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Inner Mission
Above average
avg 2.6
38
FewerMore

This building has 38 novs (7y), above the Inner Mission average of 2.6.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2391-2399 Folsom 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 1902
2 or more units
8 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC2
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.

Statewide backstop · AB 1482

California Tenant Protection Act of 2019

Even when a building isn't covered by local rent stabilization, the statewide Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) may still apply. It caps annual rent increases and requires the landlord to state a legal reason to end most tenancies.

15+ years since occupancy
Built 1902
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
Local rent control likely takes priority. This building appears to fall under the local ordinance above, which is stronger than AB 1482. Where a local just-cause ordinance applies, its rules govern instead of the state cap.

AB 1482 does not apply to single-family homes and condos unless owned by a corporation, REIT, or an LLC with a corporate member; to owner-occupied duplexes; or to deed-restricted affordable housing. The Act is in effect until January 1, 2030. Not legal advice — see the California landlord–tenant guide.

Building characteristics
Units8
Floors3
Year built1902
Total area12,730 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3593007
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1 Sansome St Ste 1500 San Francisco CA 94104
Last sale
121405

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2393 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94110
2397 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94110
2391 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94110
2399 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94110
2395 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

The 8-unit, 3-story mixed-use building at 2391-2399 Folsom Street, owned by 2399 Folsom Street LLC and constructed in 1902, has experienced several significant issues and improvements in recent years. Most notably, there were multiple housing quality concerns in 2021-2023, including cockroach infestations and various building maintenance violations (such as broken windows, security issues, and inadequate ventilation) that were officially cited but later abated by October 2023. The building underwent numerous upgrades and corrections during this period, including window replacements, electrical improvements, and plumbing work, with a particularly notable focus on window upgrades in 2021 involving the installation of Marvin double-hung, dual-glazed windows.

Recent complaints from September 2023 have documented continuing maintenance issues, including malfunctioning windows, broken cabinets, and flooring problems. The property has a history of addressing accessibility concerns, as seen in 2020 with modifications to doorbell placement and temporary wheelchair ramp provisions. Earlier issues from 2020-2021 revolved around more serious problems including plumbing issues, rodent infestations, and gas leaks, which were documented in multiple tenant complaints. The property has also seen window replacement work, both in 2021 and earlier in 2016, and plumbing upgrades including a sewer and house trap replacement in 2022. While the building has undergone various improvements and compliance measures, the recurring nature of maintenance issues suggests ongoing challenges with property upkeep.

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Risk rating

How 2391-2399 Folsom 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
1th percentile

Out of 2380 buildings in this neighborhood, 2356 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
12%
No DBI
violation
88%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

Notices of Violation (past 7 years)

DBI issued Notices of Violation at this address over the last 7 years — a direct record of code enforcement activity.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 6.8%
Moderate concern 44.8%
Severe concern 48.4%
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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The story over time

2391-2399 Folsom St event timeline

Violations, complaints, fire incidents, permits, and buyouts — most recent records in order.

2026
311 Request Jun 19
Garbage and debris
other loose garbage debris yard waste
311 RequestJun 08
Garbage and debris

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