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725 21St Ave

Central Richmond, SF 94121 1664003 3 units · 2 fl · 1950

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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 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 725 21St Ave 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 1950
2 or more units
3 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 1950
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
Units3
Floors2
Year built1950
Total area3,676 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1664003
Ownership

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

Mailing address
725 21st Av San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale
July 24, 1998

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Initial analysis

The property at 725 21st Avenue in the Central Richmond neighborhood is a 2-story, 3-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1950, currently owned by Aleksandr & Mera Goldyak. The building's maintenance history shows several improvement efforts, including the installation of aluminum windows in 1986-1987 and vinyl siding application in 2002, though the latter permit has since expired. The building has experienced multiple safety-related violations over the years, most notably in 2002 and 2011, including issues with fire safety equipment such as fire extinguishers and smoke detection systems, all of which were eventually abated. A concerning complaint was filed in October 2021 regarding the in-law unit at the rear of the building, documenting multiple issues including lack of heat, hazardous electrical outlets, water intrusion, and concerns about illegal unit status.

The building's recent history includes several 311 calls regarding various issues, including noise complaints in 2018 and 2019, and a street cleaning matter in January 2021. While the cited violations and complaints have been addressed according to official records, the pattern of safety-related issues, particularly regarding smoke detection and fire safety equipment, is notable. The most recent significant concerns from 2021 regarding the rear unit's habitability and safety systems stand out as the current property's most troubling feature, though these were filed more than two years ago and their resolution status is not immediately clear from the available data.

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Risk rating

How 725 21St Ave'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
9thpercentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 2048 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
56%
No DBI
violation
44%
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.

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

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

Permit rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building permit rate across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 44%
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

725 21St Ave event timeline

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

2021
DBI Complaint Oct 27
Date last observed: 24-oct-21; time last observed: 10//26/2021; floor: back of bu; unit: in-law; exact location: rear bldg; building type: residence/dwelling no heat; hazardous outlet wiring; illegal unit; water entering building; ; additional information: i live in the back of the building in this unit. acces not available without a key;
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