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2210-2214 19Th St

Potrero Hill, SF 94107 4028001E 5 units · 2 fl · 1925

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Potrero Hill — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.1
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Potrero Hill average of 1.1.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2210-2214 19Th 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 1925
2 or more units
5 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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 1925
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
Units5
Floors2
Year built1925
Total area6,802 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot4028001E
Ownership

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

Mailing address
2212 19th St San Francisco CA 94107
Last sale
June 28, 1995

Landlord portfolio

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Included addresses

All street addresses sharing this blocklot that are covered by this report.

2212 19th St, San Francisco, CA 94107
698 Vermont St, San Francisco, CA 94107
2214 19th St, San Francisco, CA 94107
2210 19th St, San Francisco, CA 94107
688 Vermont St, San Francisco, CA 94107
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Initial analysis

The property at 2210-2214 19th Street in Potrero Hill is a two-story, five-unit multi-family residential building with commercial space, constructed in 1925 and owned by Ames Lawrence C III & Karen. The building has undergone significant renovations and faced substantial challenges, most notably a serious fire incident in November 2016 that resulted in extensive damage to both the upper floor and ground floor commercial space, with subsequent water damage affecting multiple units. Following the fire, comprehensive rebuilding efforts were undertaken between 2018-2023, including seismic retrofits, kitchen remodels in all three residential units, and major plumbing and electrical upgrades. The building has successfully completed several recent improvements, including a commercial space interior remodel in 2023 costing $110,000.

The property has a history of permit-related issues, including a 2015 violation for unpermitted work on the commercial space, though this was eventually abated. Recent maintenance concerns have emerged, with 311 calls reporting sewage backup issues in late 2023, as well as a range of other service requests including graffiti removal and tree maintenance. Multiple planning records indicate various approved changes to the property, including the conversion of commercial spaces for different uses (such as a dental office and Pilates studio), though some earlier permit applications expired without completion. The building's mechanical systems have been regularly updated, with documented improvements to heating, electrical, and plumbing systems between 2015-2023, including a 400-amp electrical service upgrade. Three recent sewage-related incidents have been documented in 2023-2024, suggesting potential ongoing infrastructure challenges in this area.

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Risk rating

How 2210-2214 19Th 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

Lower risk — safer than most nearby

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Typical — about average for the neighborhood

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Higher risk — riskier than most nearby

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
20thpercentile

Out of 726 buildings in this neighborhood, 581 are predicted to be safer. The band is relative to this neighborhood, so a share of every neighborhood falls in each colour.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
59%
No DBI
violation
41%
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.

Number of units

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

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 41%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

2210-2214 19Th St event timeline

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

2023
311 Request Dec 06
Trees - damaged tree
Fallen tree
Plumbing PermitJul 11
Upgrade plumbing for ti. bathroom and kitchennette faucets toilet sink. all plumbing as needed.

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