Enter Apartment and Service Details
Example scenarios
These sample estimates illustrate how apartment size and service level influence overall cost.
| Apartment type | Size (sq ft) | Bedrooms / bathrooms | Cleaning type | Frequency | Approximate cost per visit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 450 | 0 / 1 | Standard | One-time | $70 – $90 |
| One bedroom | 650 | 1 / 1 | Standard | Weekly | $80 – $110 |
| Two bedroom | 900 | 2 / 2 | Deep | Monthly | $150 – $210 |
| Move-out clean | 1,100 | 2 / 2 | Move-out | One-time | $220 – $320 |
Formula used
The calculator estimates cost per visit using the following structure:
Base cleaning = Apartment size × Base rate per unit
Bedroom cost = Bedrooms × Bedroom surcharge
Bathroom cost = Bathrooms × Bathroom surcharge
Add-ons total = Sum of all selected add-on prices
Subtotal before type factor
= Base cleaning + Bedroom cost + Bathroom cost + Add-ons total
Subtotal after type factor
= Subtotal before type factor × Cleaning type factor
Pre-tax total
= Subtotal after type factor × Location factor × Frequency factor
Tax amount
= Pre-tax total × (Tax rate ÷ 100)
Grand total per visit
= Pre-tax total + Tax amount
Frequency factor applies discounts for recurring services, while the location factor lets you adjust for regional price differences.
How to use this calculator
- Choose your preferred currency.
- Enter the apartment floor area and select the correct area unit.
- Specify how many bedrooms and bathrooms require cleaning.
- Adjust base rate and surcharges if your market uses different values.
- Select the cleaning type and how frequently the service should occur.
- Check any optional add-ons you would like to include.
- Enter the local tax rate and click “Calculate cost”.
- Review the breakdown, then export the estimate as CSV or PDF if needed.
Use the example scenarios as a reference to see whether your quote aligns with common market ranges for similar apartments.
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Using estimates when comparing professional quotes
Enter each company’s rates, surcharges, and tax values to build comparable scenarios. Save CSV exports from this calculator, then match them with written quotes to choose providers who offer transparent pricing and reliable value.
Frequently asked questions
How accurate is this apartment cleaning estimate?
The calculator gives a structured estimate based on your inputs, but real quotes can differ. Local market rates, travel time, parking, and special requests may increase or decrease final pricing.
What apartment size should I enter?
Use the total interior floor area, including bedrooms, living room, kitchen, hallways, and bathrooms. Exclude shared building corridors, garages, or outdoor areas unless a cleaner specifically charges for those spaces.
Which cleaning type should I choose?
Choose standard cleaning for regular upkeep, deep cleaning for detailed seasonal work, and move-in or move-out when you need intensive treatment before handing keys back or moving furniture into a fresh space.
How do discounts for recurring cleaning work?
Frequency factors reduce the price per visit compared with one-time service. Weekly services typically receive the biggest percentage discount because cleaners spend less time dealing with heavy buildup each appointment.
Can I change the default rates and surcharges?
Yes. Adjust the base rate, bedroom and bathroom surcharges, location factor, and tax percentage so totals reflect real offers from local cleaning companies or your own pricing if you manage a small cleaning business.
Do add-on services significantly increase cost?
Add-ons like fridge, oven, balcony, or window cleaning add fixed amounts per visit. Use the check boxes to see how each extra task affects the grand total and helps you prioritize must-have services.
How should I use the CSV and PDF downloads?
Export multiple scenarios to CSV when comparing providers or splitting costs with roommates. Use the PDF-style download as a quick printable summary to attach with emails or keep in your household budget folder.