New instructional videos clearly explain how to fill out Heka’s housing application and how to submit the required attachments for a housing offer. The videos guide applicants through the entire process. A carefully completed housing application and attachments submitted on time speed up the process and help you secure an apartment that meets your preferences.
The City of Helsinki selects tenants for Heka’s apartments. Tenant selection is based on the applicant’s housing need, income, and assets. You can find more detailed instructions for applying for an apartment on the housing website.
Guidance on filling out the application
The first video provides a step-by-step guide on how to fill out Heka’s housing application online. The video demonstrates in practice how to enter the applicant’s basic information and housing preferences, and how to confirm the application. The visual instructions help you understand the entire application process and are particularly helpful for those who are not yet familiar with online services.
Instructions for filling out Heka's housing application
The instructional video provides step-by-step guidance on how to fill out the housing application.
Directions for accepting a housing offer
The second video focuses on the stage when an applicant receives a housing offer. The video demonstrates how to submit attachments via the online service. In addition, the video explains what types of attachments are most commonly requested from applicants who have received an apartment offer. Once the attachments have been successfully submitted and the information they contain matches the information provided in the application, the offer is accepted. The instructional video helps ensure that attachments are submitted correctly and on time.
Instructions for accepting a housing offer from Heka
This instructional video provides step-by-step guidance on how to submit the required documents and how to accept a housing offer.
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.