3233-3235 23rd St, San Francisco, CA 94110

The two-unit residential building at 3233-3235 23rd Street, owned by Gerald Lee and Lok Yan Yu, has undergone several significant renovations and faced various challenges since its construction in 1924. Most notably, in recent years, the property experienced substantial improvements in 2021, including a comprehensive window replacement project ($8,500) at both the front and rear of the building, and a kitchen and bathroom remodel ($60,000) that included electrical and plumbing upgrades, completed in early 2021. The building faced serious issues in 2015, with multiple violations including mold/mildew, rodent infestation, water damage, and safety concerns regarding a fixed utility ladder, all of which were officially abated by February 2020.

These violations also included fire safety concerns regarding garbage receptacles and combustible materials, though follow-up inspections indicated these conditions were corrected. A tenant buyout occurred in November 2021, involving three tenants and amounting to $35,000. The property has a history of maintenance activity including two roofing projects (1989 and 2010) and a notable complaint regarding unsafe heating and plumbing fixtures dating back to 1995, though these issues were resolved by 1998.

More recently, there has been one active electrical work without permit complaint from February 2021. The building's surroundings have faced various urban challenges, as evidenced by multiple recent 311 calls in 2023-2024 regarding garbage and debris, driveway blocking, and an encampment report. These external issues, while not directly related to the building's condition, may impact the resident experience. The property's maintenance history shows a pattern of addressing violations and undertaking significant improvements, particularly in recent years, with particular attention paid to window upgrades and interior modernization.