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121 Cypress St

Inner Mission, SF 94110 6527003 4 units · 2 fl · 1885

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 Inner Mission — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Inner Mission average of 2.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 121 Cypress 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 1885
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 1885
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 built1885
Total area4,500 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6527003
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
33 8th St Apt 930 San Francisco CA 94103
Last sale
February 28, 2020

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Included addresses

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1422 South Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
121 Cypress St, San Francisco, CA 94110
1422 A South Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
1420 South Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

The property at 121 Cypress Street is a 5-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1885 and currently owned by Geringson Justas. The building has undergone several significant improvements in recent years, with the most recent being a complete reroofing project costing $14,253 in July 2024. In 2021, the property underwent substantial renovations including bathroom remodeling, washer-dryer hook-ups, and kitchen improvements, for which associated plumbing and electrical work was properly permitted and completed, totaling approximately $30,000.

Historical records indicate the building faced multiple housing code violations in 2006, including issues with floor coverings, lead paint hazards, window seals, electrical systems, and ventilation, though these were all resolved by July 2014. A 2014 violation regarding weatherproofing on siding was also addressed. More recent concerns in 2019 involved reports of illegal garage use and graffiti, and there have been recurring issues with garbage and debris around the property, with multiple 311 calls in 2024 documenting these problems. The building has experienced two fire-related incidents, though neither resulted in civilian injuries or significant damage. The property's maintenance history shows a pattern of addressing both major infrastructure needs (like roofing) and updating living spaces, with proper permitting and resolution of past violations. The building appears to be actively maintained, with recent improvements focusing on modernizing amenities while adhering to safety regulations.

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Risk rating

How 121 Cypress 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
50thpercentile

Out of 2380 buildings in this neighborhood, 1190 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
63%
No DBI
violation
37%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 37%
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

121 Cypress St event timeline

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2024
Building Permit Jul 08
Reroofing
$14,253 · Complete

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