503 29th St, San Francisco, CA 94131

The property at 503 29th Street, located in Noe Valley, is a two-story multi-family residential building owned by Palu Trust, containing four units and constructed in 1900. The building has undergone significant improvements in recent years, particularly in 2023-2024, with the addition of two ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) in the rear building completed in 2020.

The major upgrades include the installation of a comprehensive fire safety system with sprinklers throughout the new units ($23,900) completed in late 2023, followed by a sprinkler monitoring system ($8,400) completed in 2024. The building underwent important seismic retrofitting work, including a voluntary soft-story upgrade in 2020 ($80,000) and additional seismic improvements as part of the ADU project ($150,000). Recent maintenance and upgrades include a 400-amp electrical service upgrade completed in early 2024, roof replacement ($15,000) completed in mid-2024, and various plumbing improvements.

The property has had some maintenance issues, evidenced by a sewage backup incident (October 2024) and a sidewalk defect (February 2024), both of which were resolved. Historical records show a lead paint power washing complaint filed in 2017, though this issue does not appear to be currently active. The building's recent improvements focus on safety, including fire protection and seismic retrofitting, while also expanding the unit count through the addition of ADUs.