54-56 Elizabeth St, San Francisco, CA 94110

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 54-56 Elizabeth Street in Noe Valley, constructed in 1900, has undergone significant modifications and improvements over recent years. Most notably, a substantial renovation was completed in 2016-2017 involving a bi-level upper unit (64A) that included kitchen relocation, bathroom additions, and interior wall reconfigurations, with associated plumbing and electrical work totaling approximately $130,000. The building underwent window and door replacements in 2017, though there were some complaints about unauthorized exterior work at that time.

Multiple building violations were recorded in April-May 2017 related to safety equipment and maintenance issues, including problems with smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, and interior surfaces, though all these violations were abated by June 2017. There was also a water leak issue reported in September 2017 affecting multiple areas and problems with mold and flooring in the kitchen. More recent improvements include an upcoming kitchen remodel scheduled for January 2025, valued at nearly $41,000. The building's safety systems have been a focus of attention, with historical records showing a fire sprinkler system installation in 1990, though its status is listed as expired.

The property underwent horizontal expansion in 1989, and a plan to add a third unit was initiated in 2016. Tenancy records indicate at least one tenant buyout for $20,000 in 2016. Recent external issues have included a collapsed sidewalk in 2022 (now resolved) and a driveway blocking incident in October 2024. Regular routine inspections by Housing Inspection Services in 2002 and 2012 found no violations, suggesting improved compliance with housing maintenance standards over time.