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2981-2985 24Th St

Inner Mission, SF 94110 4270034 3 units · 3 fl · 1900

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more in 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 Inner Mission — not a forecast
Above average
avg 2.7
12
FewerMore

This building has 12 novs (7y), above the Inner Mission average of 2.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2981-2985 24Th 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 1900
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
24MISS
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 1900
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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area4,644 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusWelfare
Blocklot4270034
Ownership

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

Mailing address
2981 24th St San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
June 05, 1998

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2985 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110
2983 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110
2981 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 2981-2985 24th Street in the Inner Mission was built in 1900 and includes a commercial storefront. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the years, most notably a comprehensive heating system upgrade in 2008 that included the installation of a new forced-air gas furnace, electrical improvements, and gas work. In the early 2000s, the building underwent accessibility improvements to convert a non-accessible toilet into an accessible one. A series of maintenance and safety violations were documented in January 2008, including issues with floor coverings, window frames, ceilings, security, lighting, and heating systems, though these were all resolved by April 2008.

The building has faced several structural and system challenges in recent years. In 2019-2020, there were concerns regarding compliance with soft-story retrofit requirements (Tier I and IV), though these complaints are now listed as not active. Historical issues include electrical problems in 2001-2002, where multiple appliances caused fuses to blow, and a heating complaint in January 2008. Recent exterior maintenance issues have been limited to occasional graffiti and sidewalk cleanliness matters, with the most recent being reported in 2023. The property is home to the Precita Eyes Muralists Association, which holds a legacy business status, though there is currently an open violation regarding business sign size and quantity limits. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of responsive management, with most violations and complaints being addressed and resolved in a timely manner, though there are some ongoing concerns related to the soft-story retrofit compliance status.

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Risk rating

How 2981-2985 24Th 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
23rdpercentile

Out of 2380 buildings in this neighborhood, 1833 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
47%
No DBI
violation
53%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Neighborhood location

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12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 53%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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2981-2985 24Th St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Apr 07
Offensive
sidewalk in front of property
311 RequestApr 07
Offensive

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