3838 26th St, San Francisco, CA 94131

The property at 3838 26th Street in Noe Valley is a two-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1958, containing three units and currently owned by the Kwan Le 2017 Trust. The building has undergone several significant improvements over the past few years, with the most recent major work completed in 2018 involving kitchen and bathroom remodeling across one unit, including electrical upgrades for various appliances and safety systems. In 2017, substantial exterior work was performed, including stucco wall repairs on visible surfaces and replacement of non-visible sides with wood siding.

The building has experienced some maintenance issues in the past, with violations recorded in 2001-2007 related to fire safety equipment and interior conditions, though all these violations were promptly addressed and abated by September 2001. Recent maintenance records show ongoing attention to building upkeep, including multiple street space permits in 2017, various unit renovations, and a reroofing project completed in 2006. The property has experienced typical urban maintenance challenges as documented in 311 calls, primarily regarding parking issues (including driveway blocking and sidewalk parking) and occasional street cleaning matters.

A significant incident occurred in December 2017 involving a sewage backup, which was promptly resolved. Previous planning records indicate consideration of converting the building from three units to condominiums, though the current status of this application is listed as closed with no developer information. The most recent building inspections and routine checks have not resulted in any active violations, suggesting improved compliance with building and safety codes.