251 Hartford St, San Francisco, CA 94114

The two-unit residential building at 251 Hartford Street in the Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights neighborhood is a 2-story flats and duplex structure built in 1890, currently owned by Ryan Michael O'rourke. The property has undergone extensive renovations and improvements over the past decade, with significant work done in 2012-2013 including complete rewiring, kitchen and bathroom remodels in both units, installation of new skylights, and structural improvements including concrete flatwork and foundation replacement totaling over $200,000.

More recent work in 2019-2020 focused on the first-floor unit, including kitchen relocation, window replacements, and foundation improvements, with associated costs exceeding $75,000. This work was accompanied by comprehensive plumbing and electrical updates, including new radiant heating systems and complete rewiring of the lower unit. Recent activity on the property has mainly consisted of maintenance and compliance issues, with the most significant being a sewage-related incident in October 2024 that was determined to be a water meter leak rather than a sewer problem.

The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep, with some minor building complaints noted in 2013 regarding unauthorized work beyond permit scope. The property has been active in addressing external maintenance issues as evidenced by various 311 calls, though most recent cases (2023-2024) have been for external matters such as parking enforcement and sidewalk maintenance rather than building-specific issues. Historical records also show proper permitting for structural changes, including rear yard variances for porch extension replacement, demonstrating compliance with local regulations during renovation work.