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740-742 Clement St

Inner Richmond, SF 94118 1425025 2 units · 2 fl · 1914

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 Inner Richmond — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Inner Richmond average of 0.9.

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 740-742 Clement 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 1914
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
INCLEM
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 1914
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 built1914
Total area4,200 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1425025
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Cournale & Company 4630 Geary Blvd San Francisco CA 94118
Last sale
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742 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118
740 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building at 740-742 Clement Street, constructed in 1914, has experienced several notable events and maintenance activities over its history. The most recent building permit activity, filed in May 2024, relates to compliance with the awning amnesty program, following a 2022 planning complaint about an unauthorized projecting sign above residential window sills. The building's maintenance history shows attention to fundamental upkeep, including a $16,000 reroofing project completed in 2018, exterior stair repairs in 2010, and sidewalk repairs in 2003. Historical records from 1984 indicate commercial improvements were made to the storefront, including interior remodeling and electric sign installation.

Recent incidents in 2023-2024 have primarily involved exterior maintenance and public space concerns, though none directly related to building safety or habitability. These include graffiti removal, sidewalk cleaning, and a missing side sewer vent cover - the latter being the only building-related infrastructure issue in recent months, which was promptly resolved. The property has experienced some recurring issues with street cleaning and general maintenance in the vicinity, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls for loose garbage. While there were two open cases in early 2023 related to shared spaces violations and a child request, these appear to be more related to street-level conditions rather than building-specific issues. The building's overall maintenance record shows regular upkeep of essential systems, though the property has experienced occasional challenges with exterior elements requiring remedial action.

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Risk rating

How 740-742 Clement 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
29thpercentile

Out of 1723 buildings in this neighborhood, 1223 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
76%
No DBI
violation
24%
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.

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 24%
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

740-742 Clement St event timeline

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2026
Electrical Permit Jul 20
Relocate sub panel out of closet
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