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2216-2220 23Rd St

Potrero Hill, SF 94107 4158033 4 units · 4 fl · 1906

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Potrero Hill — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.1
53
FewerMore

This building has 53 novs (7y), above the Potrero Hill average of 1.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2216-2220 23Rd 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 1906
2 or more units
4 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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 1906
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
Units4
Floors4
Year built1906
Total area5,880 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot4158033
Ownership

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

Mailing address
163 Seville St San Francisco CA 94112
Last sale
May 18, 1989

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2218 23rd St, San Francisco, CA 94107
2220 23rd St, San Francisco, CA 94107
2216 23rd St, San Francisco, CA 94107
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Initial analysis

The four-unit, four-story apartment building at 2216-2220 23rd Street in Potrero Hill, owned by Fernando S & Ene Competente, has a significant history of maintenance and habitability issues since its 1906 construction. Recent complaints in 2023-2024 have focused on blight, lead paint concerns, and various maintenance problems. The building underwent multiple porch repairs in 2007 and electrical updates, including water heater installation in 2023. A series of violations in 2000 highlighted serious safety and habitability concerns, including fire safety issues, security violations, plumbing problems, and lead paint hazards, though these were officially abated by November 2023.

The property has experienced ongoing maintenance challenges in recent years, including complaints about heat issues, doors and windows, leaks, mold, rodents, and weather-related problems in 2023. Historical records show plumbing issues dating back to 2009, with water-related problems continuing into 2023. Fire safety has been a recurring concern, with complaints about alarm systems and blocked exits between 2017-2022, though most were marked as "Condition Corrected" or "No Merit." The building has had multiple graffiti incidents in 2024, with various complaints and service requests related to the property and surrounding areas. While some historical issues have been addressed, the property continues to exhibit periodic maintenance and habitability challenges, particularly regarding its exterior surfaces and systems.

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Risk rating

How 2216-2220 23Rd 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
1stpercentile

Out of 726 buildings in this neighborhood, 719 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
13%
No DBI
violation
87%
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 risk forecast
High failure risk 87%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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2216-2220 23Rd St event timeline

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2026
DBI Complaint Feb 24
Peeling paint
Housing Inspection Services
311 RequestFeb 22
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