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4120 Fulton St

Central Richmond, SF 94121 1660020 5 units · 2 fl · 1969

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

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 4120 Fulton 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 1969
2 or more units
5 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 1969
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
Units5
Floors2
Year built1969
Total area3,752 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1660020
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
525 Dewey Blvd San Francisco CA 94116
Last sale

Landlord portfolio

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Initial analysis

The two-story, five-unit apartment building at 4120 Fulton Street in the Central Richmond neighborhood, owned by Lena Surjadi, was constructed in 1969 and has undergone several significant improvements over the years. Most recently, in 2023, the building received notable fire safety upgrades, including the installation of a new fire alarm system with low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas and an updated fire panel, complying with current fire code requirements. Previous improvements include window replacements with architectural-grade aluminum windows in 2015, reroofing work completed in both 2015 and 1999, and kitchen renovations in 1990.

The property has experienced several routine housing inspections and corrections over its history. In 2016, multiple violations were addressed, including issues with the alarm system, carbon monoxide and smoke alarm requirements, and structural maintenance requirements, all of which were resolved by July 2016. Earlier inspections in 2002-2003 noted various safety concerns, including fire safety requirements and handrail needs, which were also subsequently resolved. The most recent fire complaint from October 2023 regarding alarm systems was quickly investigated and corrected within two days. While there have been numerous 311 calls related to the property's vicinity since 2019, primarily regarding street maintenance and parking issues, these are generally related to public space concerns rather than building-specific problems. The building's maintenance history shows regular attention to essential systems, particularly fire safety, with recent significant investments in compliance with current safety standards.

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Risk rating

How 4120 Fulton 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
18thpercentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 1845 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
71%
No DBI
violation
29%
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.

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

Owner's portfolio size

Number of SF parcels this owner is registered on — larger portfolios have distinct risk patterns.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 29%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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4120 Fulton St event timeline

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

2023
Fire Complaint Oct 16
Alarm Systems
Condition Corrected
Building PermitMay 31
Upgrade existing fire alarm system to comply with sffc section 1103.7.6.1

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