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5139-5141 Geary Blvd

Central Richmond, SF 94118 1529046 3 units · 2 fl · 1921

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Central Richmond
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.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 5139-5141 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 1921
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 built1921
Total area3,180 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1529046
Ownership

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

Owner name
Kuang Louis Ting Shi
Mailing address
333 3rd Ave Daly City CA 94014
Last sale
021414

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5141 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118
5139 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The property at 5139-5141 Geary Blvd is a mixed-use building located in San Francisco's Central Richmond neighborhood, featuring 3 residential units over a ground-floor commercial space, built in 1921. Recent significant improvements include extensive renovations in 2024, with approximately $192,000 in permitted work focusing on residential unit updates and commercial space modifications. This includes seismic retrofitting, kitchen and bathroom remodels on multiple floors, and modifications to maintain an open interior connection between floors. The building's history shows previous compliance issues from 2004-2007, including unauthorized use changes and construction violations, though these were resolved. A recent complaint from September 2023 regarding a vacant commercial space and potential vacancy tax applicability is currently active. Multiple plumbing issues were addressed in 2024, including bathroom remodels and a new commercial kitchen installation, while electrical upgrades included installation of smoke detectors and various electrical fixtures.

The property underwent a significant transformation in 2022 when the first floor was converted to a restaurant, which appears to be an ongoing development as evidenced by multiple permit revisions in 2024. Historical complaints from 2004-2007 regarding unauthorized use changes and an unpermitted shed structure in the rear yard were eventually abated, though records show some previous compliance challenges. Recent documentation shows the owner's intent to maintain the ground floor commercial unit while converting the upper floors into residential spaces, with plans for additional modifications including a potential roof deck. The building has experienced various maintenance issues in 2024, including multiple reports of garbage and debris on the property and one sewage backup incident, all of which were resolved through appropriate channels. A September 2024 building complaint regarding a vacant commercial space suggests ongoing monitoring of the property's occupancy status.

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Risk rating

How 5139-5141 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
35th percentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 1462 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
81%
No DBI
violation
19%
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.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 50.0%
Moderate concern 47.1%
Severe concern 2.9%
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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5139-5141 Geary Blvd event timeline

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

2026
Plumbing Permit Jun 18
1st floor office space: new gas lines for wall heater.
Issued
Plumbing PermitJun 18
Renewal of single fmaily remodel plumbing final for pp20240917992

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