How Much Does End of Lease Cleaning Cost in Australia? (2026 Price Guide)

Short answer

In 2026, most Australian renters pay roughly $250 to $450 for an end of lease clean on a one bedroom unit, $350 to $650 for a two bedroom, and $500 to $1,000+ for a three or four bedroom house. Carpet steam cleaning is usually quoted separately, and prices rise with the condition of the property, not just its size.

At Illawarra Cleaning Crew (Wollongong and the Illawarra, NSW) end of lease cleaning is billed at $60/hr +GST with a 6 hour minimum, so from $360 +GST, or as a fixed-price quote after a free on-site inspection. All prices on this page exclude GST unless stated.

Typical end of lease cleaning prices by property size

• Studio / 1 bedroom unit: $250 - $450


• 2 bedroom unit or townhouse: $350 - $650


• 3 bedroom house: $450 - $850


• 4+ bedroom house: $600 - $1,200+

These are indicative market ranges gathered from published Australian cleaning rates, not fixed quotes. Every property is priced on its own condition.

Does the price change between cities?

Yes, but less than people expect. Sydney and Melbourne sit at the higher end of the ranges above, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and Canberra sit mid range, and regional areas such as Wollongong, Newcastle and the Illawarra are usually slightly below capital city pricing. Labour cost, travel distance and demand at the end of the month are the main drivers.

What actually drives the price up

• Condition, not size. A neglected two bedroom unit can cost more than a well maintained four bedroom house.


• Ovens and rangehoods. Heavy baked-on grease can add an hour or more on its own.


• Carpets. Most leases require professional steam cleaning. Budget roughly $35 - $60 per room on top of the clean.


• Mould and soap scum. Bathrooms with long-standing mould take significantly longer.


• Walls, blinds and windows. Spot-cleaning walls, washing venetian blinds and external window access all add time.


• Garages, balconies and yards. Frequently excluded from base quotes, so always ask.

Hourly rate vs fixed price bond clean, which is cheaper?

Hourly is usually cheaper when the property has been kept in good condition, because you only pay for the time actually needed. Fixed price is safer when the property is in poor condition or you want absolute cost certainty before you commit.

A fair hourly rate for bond cleaning in Australia in 2026 sits around $55 - $75 per hour per cleaner. Anything far below that usually means corners get cut, and a failed final inspection costs far more than the saving.

Is end of lease cleaning worth paying for?

Financially, usually yes. A typical bond in Australia is four weeks rent, often $2,000 - $4,000. Agents commonly deduct $150 - $400 to send their own cleaner back for a failed inspection, and that deduction is almost always more than the difference between a cheap clean and a proper one with a bond back guarantee.

Questions to ask before you book

• Is the quote inclusive or exclusive of GST?


• Is there a bond back guarantee, and how long does it last after the clean?


• Are carpets, ovens, windows, blinds and the garage included?


• Are the cleaners insured and police checked?


• What happens if the agent asks for a re-clean?