Welcome to Helios Berkeley's newest mixed-use community at the corner of University Avenue and McGee Avenue. This five-story, newly constructed property offers a curated mix of furnished and unfurnished studio, one-, and two-bedroom residences with private or semi-private layouts to suit students, professionals, and long-term residents alike.
Each suite includes a bathroom, living area, and kitchenette, with flexible leasing options ranging from premium finishes to more budget-conscious models. Residents can also opt into an all-inclusive utilities package covering water and sewer, gas and electricity, trash collection, and high-speed internet for added convenience and predictable monthly costs.
With ground-floor commercial space ideal for retail or dining, a rooftop garden with sweeping city views, and a future fitness center in the basement, Helios blends residential comfort with urban energy in one vibrant address.
12 month lease preferred
10 months / short term accepted
Apartment for rent
Special offer
$4,500/mo
1698 University Ave #402, Berkeley, CA 94703
2beds
811sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Apartment
Available now
-- Pets
Window unit
In unit laundry
-- Parking
Natural gas
What's special
Five-story newly constructed propertyPremium finishesPrivate or semi-private layouts
- 46 days
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Range Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Elevator
- Flooring: Laminate
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 811 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: 12 months lease, 24/7 Security, All utilities and internet for one flat fee, Availability 24 Hours, Building-wide Wireless, Close to UC Campus, Flexible Lease, Flooring: Laminate, Full Kitchen, Functional Kitchen, Garbage included in rent, Heating: Gas, Hot water included in rent, Internet included in rent, On-Site Management, Online Rent Payment, PG&E, Parking garage available for $75/month, Rooftop Deck, Secured front entrance, Sewage included in rent, View Type: City, Water included in rent
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City View
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Garbage, Internet, Sewage, Water
Building
Details
- Building name: Helios
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Flexible Lease
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
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7/3/2025 | Price change | $4,500-3.8%$6/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
6/20/2025 | Listed for rent | $4,680$6/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
6/15/2025 | Listing removed | $4,680$6/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
6/3/2025 | Listed for rent | $4,680$6/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals |
Neighborhood: Central Berkeley
There are 4 available units in this apartment building
- Special offer! No rent until September, Concessions Avaialbe!Expires August 31, 2025