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3741-3743 Scott St

Marina, SF 94123 0913003 2 units · 2 fl · 1926

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low risk of further maintenance problems in the next 12 months. A few records worth reading before you sign. Check whether they were closed out, and ask what was actually fixed.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Marina — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.1
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Marina average of 1.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 3741-3743 Scott 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 1926
2 or more units
2 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 1926
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1926
Total area2,569 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0913003
Ownership

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

Mailing address
C A & Kirsten C Russell, Tt 22336 American Hilmar CA 95324
Last sale
December 27, 2021

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3743 Scott St, San Francisco, CA 94123
3741 Scott St, San Francisco, CA 94123
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 3741-3743 Scott Street in San Francisco's Marina neighborhood has undergone several significant changes and improvements since its construction in 1926. The most recent noteworthy upgrades include a complete reroofing project completed in October 2023 costing $18,000, and the installation of a 5.95 kW solar system with 14 PV modules in April 2023. The property has seen considerable renovation activity, particularly in 2014-2015, with major work including unit reconfigurations, lightwell infill, deck repairs, new flooring, lighting updates, and bathroom conversions. However, the building has experienced some regulatory challenges, most notably a violation in 2021 regarding the removal of a fire-rated wall between units that led to a complaint about unpermitted construction and an associated monthly monitoring violation fee.

The building's maintenance history shows regular attention to infrastructure, including the replacement of two furnaces and ducting in 2015, and a plumbing upgrade for a shower pan installation. While there have been several 311 calls regarding the property, most relate to parking issues or street cleaning rather than building-specific problems. A sewer backup incident was reported in 2020, though it was resolved. The property has undergone various modifications over the years, including a response to termite damage in 2008, and has implemented energy efficiency improvements such as high-efficiency furnaces and the recent solar installation. The owners, Russell Family 2011 Trust, have maintained the building with regular updates and compliance work following violations, as evidenced by the completed permit to restore the original unit separation as required by the 2021 violation notice.

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Risk rating

How 3741-3743 Scott 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
99thpercentile

Out of 988 buildings in this neighborhood, 10 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
97%
No DBI
violation
3%
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.

DBI complaints, owner's portfolio

Complaints across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 3%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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3741-3743 Scott St event timeline

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2023
Building Permit Oct 06
Reroofing
$18,000 · Complete
Electrical PermitApr 14
Pv solar plan# 5449: 14 number of pv modules: 425 watts per module: 5.95 system (dc) kw: new subpanel

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