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4126-4130 Geary Blvd

Inner Richmond, SF 94118 1437019A 3 units · 2 fl · 1900

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. 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
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), above the Inner Richmond average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 4126-4130 Geary Blvd 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 1900
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC3
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
Units3
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area3,591 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1437019A
Ownership

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

Owner name
B & W Builders Inc
Mailing address
2450 Trenton Dr San Bruno CA 94066
Last sale
071819

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4128 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118
4126 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118
4130 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The building at 4126-4130 Geary Blvd is a 2-story multi-family residential structure with 3 units, built in 1900, and currently owned by B & W Builders Inc. The property has undergone several significant improvements and modifications over recent years, including substantial renovations in 2017 that involved constructing a new four-bedroom unit with bathroom and laundry facilities, kitchen and living room relocation, and complete electrical rewiring, costing $70,000. A notable unit legalization was completed in 2017 to legalize a kitchen in the existing retail location, valued at $38,000. The building has seen continuous maintenance and upgrades, including multiple street space permits (2017-2018), plumbing upgrades including sewer line replacement (2014) and new plumbing fixtures installation (2018), and electrical rewiring and fixture installations (2018).

More recent concerns include several ongoing infrastructure issues as of 2025, with multiple reports of sidewalk defects and pavement issues, including a collapsed sidewalk reported in January 2025. There have been several sewer-related incidents near the property in 2024, including a sewage backup discharge and subsequent maintenance work. The building has experienced multiple fire safety-related complaints over the years, though most have been found to have no merit or were promptly resolved, including concerns about blocked exits (2011-2013) and various operational issues. A notable planning complaint was filed in 2022 regarding unpermitted signage for "Brothers BBQ" that projected above residential window sills. The property maintained consistent upkeep between 2003-2014, including two complete reroofing projects in 2003 costing $25,000 combined, and a sewer line replacement in 2014.

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Risk rating

How 4126-4130 Geary Blvd'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
9th percentile

Out of 1723 buildings in this neighborhood, 1568 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
52%
No DBI
violation
48%
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.

Permit rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building permit rate across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 44.4%
Moderate concern 51.0%
Severe concern 4.6%
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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4126-4130 Geary Blvd event timeline

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

2025
Planning Record Jul 15
Approved - LEGALIZE (E) SIGNAGE UNDER AWNING AMNESTY PROGRAM ADDRESS DBI COMPLAINT 202289293 (BROTHERS KOREAN BBQ) SIZE OF SIGN 191" 60" THICKNES 150 LB WEIGHT - What Qualifies: Business Signs installed without a permit that physically existed as of August 27, 2023, except that buildings subject to Art. 11 do not qualify. Signs that do not comply with current Building Code standards also do not qualify Awnings serving a non-residential business installed without a permit that physically existed as of August 20, 2023, except that buildings subject to Art. 11 do not qualify. Approved - LEGALIZE (E) SIGNAGE UNDER AWNING AMNESTY PROGRAM ADDRESS DBI COMPLAINT 202289293 SIZE OF SIGN 8' X 3' THICKNESS 8" WEIGHT 65 LB - LEGALIZE (E) SIGNAGE UNDER AWNING AMNESTY PROGRAM ADDRESS DBI COMPLAINT 202289293 SIZE OF SIGN 8' X 3' THICKNESS 8" WEIGHT 65 LB
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Building Violation (NOV)Jul 07
Research in response to a complaint for the above address has failed to find permits for a brick/concrete fire pit with a metal flue constructed in the rear yard. the fire pit and flue have created a potentially unsafe condition. code/section: sfbc 103.a monthly monitoring fee applies. code/section: sfbc 110a, table 1a-k

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