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4500-4504 Cabrillo St

Outer Richmond, SF 94121 1598018 4 units · 2 fl · 1924

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high 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 Outer Richmond — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.7
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), above the Outer Richmond average of 0.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 4500-4504 Cabrillo 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 1924
2 or more units
4 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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 1924
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
Units4
Floors2
Year built1924
Total area3,060 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1598018
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
4500-4504 Cabrillo St San Francisco CA 94121
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4504 Cabrillo St, San Francisco, CA 94121
4500 Cabrillo St, San Francisco, CA 94121
4502 Cabrillo St, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Initial analysis

The two-story, four-unit multi-family residential building at 4500-4504 Cabrillo Street in San Francisco's Outer Richmond neighborhood, owned by Szeto Lock Him, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues since its construction in 1924. The most substantial historical concerns emerged in late 2004 when multiple violations were documented, including issues with stairs, exterior door security, and fire safety requirements such as sprinkler installation over garbage receptacles. These violations, filed on November 4, 2004, were all addressed and abated by March 17, 2005, through a permit that included stair repairs and sprinkler installation.

More recently, the property has faced recurring issues with its commercial storefront, being cited for vacant storefront violations in 2018, 2019, and 2022, though these violations are no longer active. The building has experienced significant plumbing issues in the past year, with multiple reports of sewage backup discharges from the side sewer vent in both August and July 2024, as well as sewer odor problems in September 2024. Other maintenance concerns have included occasional reports of garbage and debris (most recently in August 2024) and parking-related complaints. While these maintenance issues indicate ongoing challenges, it's worth noting that the building has not had any reported fire incidents related to civilian injuries. The most recent building-related activity includes several 311 calls in 2024 regarding various city services, including sewer operations, street cleaning, and parking enforcement, though these are primarily related to external conditions rather than the building's structural integrity or safety systems.

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Risk rating

How 4500-4504 Cabrillo 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
4thpercentile

Out of 1040 buildings in this neighborhood, 998 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
34%
No DBI
violation
66%
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.

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 66%
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

4500-4504 Cabrillo St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Jun 25
Garbage and debris
other loose garbage debris yard waste
311 RequestJun 24
Abandoned vehicle

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