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1643-1649 Cabrillo St

Central Richmond, SF 94121 1660043A 4 units · 2 fl · 1922

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 1643-1649 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 1922
2 or more units
4 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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 1922
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 built1922
Total area3,550 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1660043A
Ownership

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

Mailing address
3201 Balboa St San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale
021621

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1645 Cabrillo St, San Francisco, CA 94121
1647 Cabrillo St, San Francisco, CA 94121
1649 Cabrillo St, San Francisco, CA 94121
1643 Cabrillo St, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Initial analysis

The four-unit, two-story apartment building at 1643-1649 Cabrillo St in the Central Richmond neighborhood, owned by 1633-1649 Cabrillo LLC, has undergone significant recent renovations and improvements since 2020. The property, built in 1922, is currently undergoing substantial upgrades as evidenced by multiple active permits from September 2024, including comprehensive remodels of kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry facilities in units 1643 and 1647, installation of new water heaters, and electrical upgrades including new recessed lighting, switches, and appliance installations. Two recent complaints regarding work without permits and work beyond permit scope were filed in September 2024, with one remaining active as of October 2023.

The building has a history of extensive renovation work, particularly during 2020, when multiple units received kitchen and bathroom upgrades, including new fixtures, cabinets, and electrical systems. This period also saw the installation of a new 70-amp sub-panel and safety improvements such as smoke detectors. Earlier records show the building faced several fire safety violations in 2002, including issues with combustible storage and fire proofing, though these were resolved by October 2002. More recently, there have been recurring sewer-related issues in 2024, with multiple reports of sewage discharge from the side sewer vent between August and September 2024. The property has also experienced some infrastructure work, including roofing work from 2003, though the permits for this were listed as expired.

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Risk rating

How 1643-1649 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

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
63th percentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 832 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
85%
No DBI
violation
15%
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 age

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

Property class: tenancy in common

Tenancy-in-common ownership structure, which has distinct maintenance and management patterns.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 78.5%
Moderate concern 15.9%
Severe concern 5.6%
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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1643-1649 Cabrillo St event timeline

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

2025
311 Request Apr 04
Garbage and debris
mattress
311 RequestMar 26
Municipal transportation agency

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