Cheapest service tier
Lean spend
$130-$160
For straightforward jobs with easy access and the simplest scope.
Get EstimateMelbourne, Victoria
4 services from $85
Prices include GST. Most cleaners offer free quotes for larger homes.
Visual Tier Comparison
Scan the green, amber, and red bands to see which cleaning jobs stay value-led and which ones shift premium once detail work, windows, or bond scope are added.
Budget
Lean spend
Best for straightforward jobs with easy access.
Mid
Typical quote
Most jobs land here once labour and parts are normal.
Premium
Complex scope
Urgent, premium-finish, or difficult-access work.
Cheapest service tier
$130-$160
For straightforward jobs with easy access and the simplest scope.
Get EstimateMost popular tier
$160-$225
Where most households land once labour, travel, and normal extras are included.
Get EstimatePremium tier
$225-$260
Urgent, difficult-access, or higher-finish work that sits at the premium end.
Get EstimateRegular House Clean
Price bands from basic to premium scope.
$130-$160
Good for straightforward jobs.
$160-$225
Typical provider quote range.
$225-$260
Complex access, detail, or higher-end scope.
Deep Clean
Price bands from basic to premium scope.
$330-$390
Good for straightforward jobs.
$390-$550
Typical provider quote range.
$550-$650
Complex access, detail, or higher-end scope.
End of Lease Clean
Price bands from basic to premium scope.
$380-$465
Good for straightforward jobs.
$465-$700
Typical provider quote range.
$700-$850
Complex access, detail, or higher-end scope.
Oven Clean
Price bands from basic to premium scope.
$85-$108
Good for straightforward jobs.
$108-$160
Typical provider quote range.
$160-$190
Complex access, detail, or higher-end scope.
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Cleaning prices in Melbourne
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We combine collected market pricing, local service data, and manually reviewed category benchmarks to publish an indicative range for this page. The goal is not to replace a written quote. It is to help you spot unrealistic pricing fast and compare providers on the same baseline.
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Quote sanity check
What To Check
Request labour, materials, access costs, and disposal as separate line items where possible.
Use the midpoint as a planning number, then compare at least 3 written quotes for the same scope.
Expect your final price to move if access is difficult, urgency changes, or the provider uncovers extra remedial work on site.
Fast Read
Melbourne's cleaning market is one of the most competitive in Australia, with a large pool of independent cleaners and franchise operations driving prices slightly below the Sydney average. The city's high proportion of rental properties — particularly in inner suburbs like Richmond, South Yarra, and St Kilda — creates strong demand for end-of-lease cleans, which are typically 30–50% more expensive than a regular clean.
Melbourne's climate plays a role too: the city's notoriously dusty summers and pollen-heavy springs mean many households switch from fortnightly to weekly cleans between September and March. If your property has evaporative cooling (common in Melbourne's older homes), expect to pay extra for cleaning the dust buildup around ceiling vents.
Tip 1
VCAT requires evidence of cleaning for bond disputes — always get a receipt
Tip 2
Mould is common in Melbourne bathrooms — ask for anti-mould treatment
Tip 3
End of lease cleans include inside cupboards, oven, and window tracks
FAQ
Use these quick answers to sanity-check scope, timing, and what cleaners usually include.
House cleaning in Melbourne starts from $85. A standard regular clean averages $190. Prices include GST. Most cleaners offer free quotes for larger homes.
Most homes in Melbourne benefit from a professional clean every 1–2 weeks for regular maintenance, or monthly for light upkeep. Deep cleans are recommended seasonally. End of lease cleans are one-off when moving out.
End of lease cleans cover everything needed to pass a rental inspection: oven, stovetop, rangehood, all cupboards inside and out, window tracks, light fittings, bathroom tiles and grout, and all floors. Most companies offer a bond-back guarantee.
Next Step
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