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6042-6048 Geary Blvd

Central Richmond, SF 94121 1456023 4 units · 4 fl · 2017

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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 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 6042-6048 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 2017
2 or more units
4 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC3
Not rent-controlled. Buildings constructed after 1978 are generally exempt from SF rent increase limits under the Costa-Hawkins Act.

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 2017
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
Likely exempt from AB 1482. Housing with a certificate of occupancy issued within the previous 15 years is exempt from the state rent cap and just-cause rules.

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
Units4
Floors4
Year built2017
Total area7,763 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1456023
Ownership

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

Mailing address
10 Scott Lane Larkspur CA 94939
Last sale
April 21, 2014

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Included addresses

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6044 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94121
6048 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94121
6046 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94121
6042 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94121
Augrented Insights
Initial analysis

The four-story mixed-use building at 6042-6048 Geary Boulevard, constructed in 2017, consists of three residential units and one retail space. The property underwent significant development between 2014-2017, including the installation of a comprehensive fire sprinkler system ($120,290) and various safety features such as a fire alarm system and life/safety tests. Recent concerns have been raised about a blocked fire exit reported in April 2024, potentially related to a laneway unit added behind the garage, though this complaint is currently listed as "Not Active." The building's construction included modern amenities such as radiant heating, complete plumbing systems (6 full bathrooms, 4 half bathrooms), and comprehensive electrical wiring with multiple safety features including 20 smoke detectors.

The property's maintenance record shows attention to safety systems, with fire extinguisher and alarm system issues being promptly corrected in 2019. An earlier exit obstruction violation was issued in 2005 at a different address, suggesting that historical fire safety compliance issues have generally been addressed. Recent 311 calls regarding the property (January 2025) primarily pertain to street maintenance and cleaning matters around the building's vicinity. While there have been various maintenance and service calls documented through 311, these appear to be related to the surrounding area rather than the building itself.

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Risk rating

How 6042-6048 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

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
10thpercentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 2025 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
58%
No DBI
violation
42%
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.

Building size

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

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 42%
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

6042-6048 Geary Blvd event timeline

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

2024
DBI Complaint Apr 08
Date last observed: 05-apr-24; time last observed: 10:00 am; floor: lower leve; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling structural problems; ; additional information: an exit was blocked by the landlord . this fire exit was blocked because due to the lan added unit behind the garage.;
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