Cleaning
Move-out cleaning (2-bedroom): what it costs in Massachusetts
How this range is built
| Part of the job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Parts and materials | $20 | $80 |
| Labor: 3 to 5 hours × $55 to $75 an hour | $165 | $375 |
| Fees: disposal, permits, supplies | $0 | $50 |
| Total, rounded | $180 | $510 |
The hourly rate is the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 average pay for this trade in Boston, $20.85 an hour, times 2.6 to 3.6 to cover what a contractor bills (overhead, tools, insurance, profit). Materials are a band from basic to high-end. Full method.
Not a repair shop, estimates only. Typical range, estimate. Not a quote. Your home, materials and contractor change the number.
A full clean of an empty home, including inside cabinets, appliances and bathrooms, to meet lease or sale needs.
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What is usually included
- Empty-home deep clean
- Inside cabinets and closets
- Appliance interiors
- Floors and baseboards
- Windows
What moves the price
- Property condition
- Home size and how clean the unit is now
- Hours needed
- Lease requirements
Questions to ask before you say yes
- Does this meet my landlord's checklist?
- If the landlord finds missed spots, will you come back to fix them?
- Are windows included?
- What if it needs a touch-up?
Can you do it yourself?
DIY works if you have a day or two after moving out; hire pros if the lease demands a receipt or time is short.
Common questions
Does it get my deposit back?
Not always, but a clean unit helps. Check your lease for the checklist, and take photos after the clean.
Can I book same day?
Sometimes, but not always. Move-out cleaning books up near the end of the month, so ask a few days ahead.
What is included?
Typically kitchen, bathrooms, floors, and inside of cabinets and appliances. Ask for a checklist, since windows and walls may cost extra.
How much does move-out cleaning (2-bedroom) cost in Massachusetts?
A typical range is $180 to $510. It is an estimate built from labor wages and material prices, not a quote.
Typical range in 10 metro areas
Only the labor rate changes between cities. Same parts, same hours.
| Area | Typical range, estimate |
|---|---|
| Boston area, Massachusetts | $180 to $510 |
| New York City area | $210 to $560 |
| Los Angeles area, California | $180 to $530 |
| Chicago area, Illinois | $170 to $480 |
| Houston area, Texas | $140 to $410 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth area, Texas | $140 to $410 |
| Phoenix area, Arizona | $150 to $460 |
| Atlanta area, Georgia | $140 to $430 |
| Miami area, Florida | $150 to $430 |
| Seattle area, Washington | $180 to $530 |