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5441 California St

Central Richmond, SF 94118 1417033 9 units · 3 fl · 1924

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, but our model still flags a rising risk of maintenance problems in the next 12 months. That forecast comes from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area, not from this building's own record — treat it as a reason to ask questions, not as evidence of a problem. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Central Richmond — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.5
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Central Richmond average of 0.5.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 5441 California 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 1924
2 or more units
9 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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 1924
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
Units9
Floors3
Year built1924
Total area6,740 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1417033
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Chen Rodney Peninsula Mgt F P O Box 590724 San Francisco CA 94159
Last sale
June 15, 2000

Landlord portfolio

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Initial analysis

The three-story, nine-unit apartment building at 5441 California Street in the Central Richmond neighborhood, owned by U Irrevoc Tr 2019, has undergone several significant safety and infrastructure improvements since its construction in 1924. Most recently, in October 2024, the building completed an upgrade to its fire alarm system, including the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas to meet current fire code requirements. The building has successfully completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017 (Tier 3) to improve seismic safety. Recent mechanical improvements include the installation of a new steam boiler system in November 2023, following previous heating system upgrades in 2015.

The building has a history of addressing safety and maintenance issues as they arise. In 2001, a routine inspection led to multiple fire safety violations, including problems with the fire escape drop ladder, fire alarm system, and security features, though all were abated by May 2001. Earlier mechanical issues were documented in the 1990s, including problems with heating systems and water pipes, all of which were addressed promptly. The property has also undergone several major maintenance projects, including reroofing and stairway repairs in 1996, and underpinning pier installation in 2012. Recent 311 calls in 2024 primarily relate to parking enforcement issues outside the building, with multiple violations resulting in citations, though these are unrelated to building safety or maintenance concerns. The building's maintenance record shows a consistent pattern of addressing violations and undertaking necessary upgrades to meet current safety standards.

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Risk rating

How 5441 California 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
2ndpercentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 2205 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
30%
No DBI
violation
70%
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.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 70%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

5441 California St event timeline

Violations, complaints, fire incidents, permits, and buyouts — most recent records in order.

2024
Fire Complaint Oct 03
Alarm Systems
Condition Corrected
Electrical PermitSep 14
Online electrical permit: 120 of buildings of 7-12 dwelling units. modification of an existing fire alarm system by upgrading the fire panel, update all existing devices to be compatible with new facp and provide low frequency sounders in all sleeping areas to meet 75db

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