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Monthly Rent
$950 - $4,000
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Bedrooms
Studio - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
100 - 853 sq ft
Located at the corner of University Avenue and McGee Avenue, Helios is a five story building comprised of an eclectic mix of studio, one and two bedroom units with private and semi-private rooms. Most suite are fully furnished and include bathroom, living area and kitchenette. Rent by bed and affordable housing available.
Highlights
- New Construction
- Walker's Paradise
- Bike-Friendly Area
- By-The-Bed Leasing
- Furnished Units Available
- Walk To Campus
- Roof Terrace
- Individual Locking Bedrooms
- Elevator
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit Studio with Bathroomprice $2,500square feet 435availibility Now
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Unit 208 - Aprice $950square feet 100availibility Now
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Unit Shared Double - Shared Doubleprice $950square feet 100availibility Now
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Unit Shared - SinglePrivateRoomprice $1,600square feet 111availibility Now
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Unit Private Room - Private Singleprice $1,600square feet 111availibility Now
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Unit 1 Bedprice $2,650square feet 600availibility Now
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Unit 403price $2,650square feet 551availibility Now
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Unit 210price $2,650square feet 547availibility Now
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Unit 305price $3,500square feet 821availibility Now
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Unit 2 Bedprice $3,800square feet 820availibility Now
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Unit 407price $3,750square feet 853availibility Now
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Unit 307price $4,000square feet 853availibility Now
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Unit Studio with Bathroomprice $2,500square feet 435availibility Now
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Unit 208 - Aprice $950square feet 100availibility Now
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Unit Shared Double - Shared Doubleprice $950square feet 100availibility Now
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Unit Shared - SinglePrivateRoomprice $1,600square feet 111availibility Now
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Unit Private Room - Private Singleprice $1,600square feet 111availibility Now
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Unit 1 Bedprice $2,650square feet 600availibility Now
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Unit 403price $2,650square feet 551availibility Now
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Unit 210price $2,650square feet 547availibility Now
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Unit 305price $3,500square feet 821availibility Now
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Unit 2 Bedprice $3,800square feet 820availibility Now
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Unit 407price $3,750square feet 853availibility Now
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Unit 307price $4,000square feet 853availibility Now
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
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Utilities & Essentials
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UtilitiesCharged per unit.$99 / mo
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application Fee Per ApplicantCharged per applicant.$40
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Due at Application
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Garage Lot
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Parking FeeCharged per vehicle.$0 / mo
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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Details
Lease Options
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6+ mo
Property Information
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Built in 2025
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37 units/4 stories
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Furnished Units Available
Specialty Housing Details
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This property is intended and operated for occupancy by students, faculty and staff in higher education, but applications from individuals not involved in higher education may be accepted.
Matterport 3D Tours
About Helios
Located at the corner of University Avenue and McGee Avenue, Helios is a five story building comprised of an eclectic mix of studio, one and two bedroom units with private and semi-private rooms. Most suite are fully furnished and include bathroom, living area and kitchenette. Rent by bed and affordable housing available.
Helios is an apartment community located in Alameda County and the 94703 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Berkeley Unified attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Full Kitchen
- All utilities and internet for one flat fee
- Functional Kitchen
- Water
- Close to UC Campus
- PG&E
- 24/7 Security
- Internet
- Secured front entrance
- 12 months lease
- Electric/Stovetop Oven
- Furnished unit
- Range / Oven
- Rooftop Garden
- Trash
Community Amenities
Furnished Units Available
Elevator
Roof Terrace
Key Fob Entry
- Property Manager on Site
- Video Patrol
- Furnished Units Available
- Renters Insurance Program
- Online Services
- Composting
- Public Transportation
- Key Fob Entry
- Elevator
- Lounge
- Roof Terrace
- Courtyard
- Individual Locking Bedrooms
- Private Bathroom
- Roommate Matching
- Walk To Campus
- Individual Leases Available
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Security System
- Tub/Shower
- Handrails
- Sprinkler System
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Furnished
- Double Pane Windows
- Balcony
- Property Manager on Site
- Video Patrol
- Furnished Units Available
- Renters Insurance Program
- Online Services
- Composting
- Public Transportation
- Key Fob Entry
- Elevator
- Lounge
- Roof Terrace
- Courtyard
- Individual Locking Bedrooms
- Private Bathroom
- Roommate Matching
- Walk To Campus
- Individual Leases Available
- Full Kitchen
- All utilities and internet for one flat fee
- Functional Kitchen
- Water
- Close to UC Campus
- PG&E
- 24/7 Security
- Internet
- Secured front entrance
- 12 months lease
- Electric/Stovetop Oven
- Furnished unit
- Range / Oven
- Rooftop Garden
- Trash
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Security System
- Tub/Shower
- Handrails
- Sprinkler System
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Furnished
- Double Pane Windows
- Balcony
| Monday | By Appointment |
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| Tuesday | By Appointment |
| Wednesday | By Appointment |
| Thursday | By Appointment |
| Friday | By Appointment |
| Saturday | By Appointment |
| Sunday | By Appointment |
Located .6 miles from University of California Berkley, Downtown Berkeley is the heart of the city. This dazzling city center is a vibrant hub for the arts, dining, shopping, business, and entertainment scenes. When searching for rentals in Downtown Berkeley, you’ll find a variety of rental options from affordable studios and quirky cottages to chic high-rise apartments with views of the city. Similar to other urban centers, Downtown Berkley houses movie theaters, office buildings, music stores, entertainment venues, coffee shops, a hospital, urban parks, and more.
In the center of town, you’ll find Berkeley’s renowned arts district, which is home to Roda Theatre, Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Aurora Theatre Company, Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive, and the UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. Foodies fall in love with this district’s diverse collection of eateries serving everything from boba tea to falafel to pizza. Locals flock to Martin Luther King Jr.
Learn more about living in Downtown Berkeley| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 4.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 5.2 mi |
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Transportation options available in Berkeley include North Berkeley Station, located 0.5 mile from Helios. Helios is near Metro Oakland International, located 14.6 miles or 26 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 24.6 miles or 39 minutes away.
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.2 mi |
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Drive: | 14 min | 6.0 mi |
| Drive: | 14 min | 7.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 21 min | 12.1 mi |
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Metro Oakland International
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Drive: | 26 min | 14.6 mi |
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San Francisco International
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Drive: | 39 min | 24.6 mi |
Time and distance from Helios.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Habitot Children's Museum
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Strawberry Creek Park
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Museum of Vertebrate Zoology
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Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
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Cedar-Rose Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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UC Berkeley Museum of Paleontology
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.2 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.3 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 12 min | 4.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 7.6 mi |
Helios Photos
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Helios
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1BR, 1BA - 648SF
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Helios has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Helios has studios to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $950/mo. to $4,000/mo.
Helios does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $950 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $34,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.
Helios is offering Specials for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $950.
Yes! Helios offers 4 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
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1698 University Ave
Berkeley, CA 94703