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4442-4448 Fulton St

Central Richmond, SF 94121 1663022 4 units · 2 fl · 1921

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, but recent activity points to a low risk of further maintenance problems in the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Central Richmond — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.5
5
FewerMore

This building has 5 novs (7y), above the Central Richmond average of 0.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 4442-4448 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 1921
2 or more units
4 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM2
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 1921
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 built1921
Total area4,474 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1663022
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
1846 35th Ave San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale
June 23, 1987

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4448 Fulton St, San Francisco, CA 94121
4446 Fulton St, San Francisco, CA 94121
4444 Fulton St, San Francisco, CA 94121
4442 Fulton St, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Initial analysis

The two-story multi-family residential building at 4442-4448 Fulton Street in the Central Richmond neighborhood, owned by Le Billy Quang, was constructed in 1921 and contains four units. The property has experienced several significant issues throughout its history, with the most recent routine inspection in 2016 revealing multiple safety concerns including missing fire safety equipment, lack of gas shutoff instructions, and insufficient carbon monoxide and smoke alarm documentation, though these violations were abated by July 2016. There have been multiple instances of unauthorized work and permits not obtained properly, particularly in 2003-2004 when complaints were filed regarding unpermitted remodeling in vacant units, and unauthorized electrical and plumbing work. During this period, several permits were issued for electrical upgrades including a 200-amp service upgrade and various unit renovations, though some permits expired or were cancelled.

The building's maintenance history shows some attention to basic upkeep, including a reroofing project completed in 2006 at a cost of $3,500. More recently, from December 2024, there have been several public service reports regarding the property's vicinity, primarily focusing on street maintenance issues and traffic sign concerns, though these are external to the building itself. A 2024 planning record indicates ongoing concerns about commercial activities in the building's garages, specifically relating to a hardwood floor business operating from two of the three garages with associated parking congestion issues. While most historical violations have been resolved, there remains an active plumbing complaint from 2003 regarding unpermitted work that appears to have not been fully resolved as of the last available records.

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Risk rating

How 4442-4448 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
21stpercentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 1778 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
74%
No DBI
violation
26%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

Owner's portfolio size

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 26%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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4442-4448 Fulton St event timeline

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