Heka’s renovated apartments at Louhikkotie 20A in Jakomäki will be completed in June 2026. The estimated completion date for the first phase of apartments is June 30, 2026. During the first phase of the renovation, apartments of various sizes will be completed at the site, with the majority being one- and two-bedroom units.
The application period has begun, and tenant selections will be made as long as there are apartments available. You can add your desired apartments directly to your application. If you already have a valid apartment application, you can add apartments to your application by editing it. You can also view the apartments on Oikotie.fi (in Finnish).(Link leads to external service)
The property is being renovated in phases
The location consists of a total of 11 buildings. The apartment buildings, completed between 1967 and 1969, contain a total of 557 apartments. The buildings offer apartments of various sizes, ranging from studios to five-room family apartments. The majority of the apartments are two- and three-bedroom units. The complex is being renovated in phases, and the renovation of the buildings on Jakomäentie were first to complete in the fall of 2023. The building at Louhikkotie 20A will be completed in the summer of 2026, and the renovation of the buildings at Louhikkotie 20B and 20C is estimated to be completed in the fall of 2027.
During the renovation, all apartments will be refurbished to like-new condition. At the same time, the facades, courtyards, and common areas will be renovated, and building services and energy efficiency will be improved. After the renovation, the apartments will have a light, airy appearance. The apartments feature easy-to-maintain vinyl plank flooring. Kitchens are equipped with a fridge-freezer, an induction cooktop, an oven, ample storage space, and provisions for a dishwasher and microwave. All apartments have a glassed-in balcony.
In Jakomäki, you can enjoy urban nature in the Kivikko sports park, for example. The area has comprehensive services. Social and health care services, a swimming hall, a shopping centre, a comprehensive school and daycare centres are all located nearby.
Fun facts about Heka apartments
- Heka does not charge a security deposit from residents.
- Heka’s lease agreements are valid until further notice. The period of notice of the lease agreements for residents is one calendar month.
- Pets are welcome in Heka apartments and there is no need to report them separately.
- Heka’s locations have versatile facilities shared by the residents, such as laundry rooms that are free of charge as well as clubrooms and shared saunas.
Heka is a city-owned housing company that owns over 50,000 state-subsidised apartments throughout Helsinki. Each year, the City of Helsinki allocates between 3,000 and 4,000 low-rent housing units to applicants showing the greatest need. Heka apartments do not charge security deposit, and leases are generally for an indefinite period.
