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120-124 Clement St

Inner Richmond, SF 94118 1431020 5 units · 2 fl · 1904

This building has significantly more problems than most nearby buildings. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Inner Richmond
Above average
avg 0.9
4
FewerMore

This building has 4 novs (7y), above the Inner Richmond average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 120-124 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 1904
2 or more units
5 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.

Building characteristics
Units5
Floors2
Year built1904
Total area4,030 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1431020
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mak Dick & Jesamine Wai
Mailing address
1718 16th Ave San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale
053018

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120 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118
124 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118
122 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The two-story, five-unit multi-family residential building at 120-124 Clement St in Richmond, owned by Mak Dick & Jesamine Wai, has experienced several significant maintenance and compliance issues over recent years. Most notably, a serious water intrusion problem was reported in May 2023, with tenants citing leaking ceilings and mold that worsened despite attempted repairs. The building has faced notable fire safety concerns, with multiple violations documented in 2017-2019 related to the fire escape ladder, smoke detection systems, and alarm systems. While some violations were abated, several remain active, including issues with building permits, stair repairs, and security lock requirements. The property underwent various improvements, including retail space remodels in 2017, kitchen and bathroom renovations in 2015, and recent compliance with the awning amnesty program in October 2023 for a non-illuminated projecting sign.

Historical records show the building's retail space has been actively managed, with multiple renovations and improvements to meet ADA requirements and prepare for new tenants. The property's maintenance history reveals ongoing challenges with building maintenance and safety systems, including plumbing and electrical upgrades in 2014-2015, and various repairs to address deterioration (e.g., guardrail replacement and staircase repairs in 2017). Recent 311 calls from 2021-2024 indicate routine issues related to garbage, graffiti, and street cleaning, though these are not necessarily reflective of building conditions. The property's planning history shows efforts to expand and improve the commercial space, including multiple attempts to add an accessory dwelling unit in 2018, though this permit was ultimately withdrawn.

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Risk rating

How 120-124 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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
14th percentile

Out of 1723 buildings in this neighborhood, 1482 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
61%
No DBI
violation
39%
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.

Number of units

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

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

Building size

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 42.2%
Moderate concern 34.5%
Severe concern 23.3%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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120-124 Clement St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Mar 03
Garbage and debris
other loose garbage debris yard waste

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