Key Takeaways
- Move-out cleaning in Oregon costs $150-$400 for apartments and $200-$500+ for houses, depending on size and condition.
- Studio and 1-bedroom apartments average $150-$200 while 3-bedroom houses average $300-$450.
- Professional move-out cleaning typically pays for itself by preventing $200-$600+ in security deposit deductions.
- Most services include a guarantee — if the landlord finds cleaning issues, the company returns to address them at no charge.
- Book 1-2 weeks before move-out for best scheduling — last-minute bookings may incur rush fees.
Average Move-Out Cleaning Costs in Oregon
| Property Type | Price Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio apartment | $100-$175 | $140 |
| 1-bedroom apartment | $150-$225 | $185 |
| 2-bedroom apartment | $200-$300 | $250 |
| 3-bedroom apartment/house | $250-$400 | $325 |
| 4-bedroom house | $300-$500 | $400 |
| 5+ bedroom house | $400-$600+ | $500+ |
These prices reflect 2026 Oregon market rates for professional move-out cleaning services. Prices assume the unit is empty of personal belongings — cleaning around furniture and boxes adds 20-30% to the cost.
Cost by Unit Size
Square footage affects pricing, but bedroom and bathroom count matters more:
- Each additional bedroom adds $40-$75 to the base price
- Each additional bathroom adds $50-$80 (bathrooms are the most labor-intensive rooms)
- Large kitchens with double ovens, extra appliances, or pantries add $25-$50
- Basements and garages — if included — add $50-$150 depending on size and condition
What Is Included in Move-Out Cleaning
A standard move-out cleaning service in Oregon typically includes:
Kitchen
- Inside oven, stovetop, range hood and filter
- Inside refrigerator and freezer (all shelves and drawers)
- Inside dishwasher
- Inside microwave
- All countertops, backsplash, and sink
- Cabinet fronts and inside all cabinets and drawers
- Floor — sweep and mop
Bathrooms
- Toilet — inside, outside, base, and behind
- Tub/shower — walls, fixtures, drain, glass doors or curtain rod
- Vanity, sink, mirror, and all fixtures
- Inside medicine cabinet and drawers
- Floor — sweep and mop
All Rooms
- Dust all surfaces, shelves, and fixtures
- Clean all light switches, outlet covers, and door handles
- Clean interior windows and window sills
- Clean baseboards and trim
- Inside all closets — shelves, rods, floor
- Vacuum carpets or sweep and mop hard floors
Common Add-On Services
| Service | Cost | When to Add |
|---|---|---|
| Carpet steam cleaning | $100-$250 | Stained carpets or lease requires it |
| Interior window washing | $50-$100 | Visible grime on windows |
| Wall washing | $75-$150 | Scuff marks, crayon, cooking grease on walls |
| Garage cleaning | $75-$150 | If garage is part of the rental |
| Exterior window washing | $75-$150 | If lease requires clean exterior windows |
Check your lease agreement — some Oregon landlords require professional carpet cleaning with a receipt as a condition of full deposit return, regardless of carpet condition.
The Security Deposit Math
Professional move-out cleaning is an investment that typically returns more than it costs:
- Average Oregon security deposit: $1,000-$2,500 (typically one month's rent)
- Average cleaning deduction when tenant self-cleans: $200-$400
- Professional move-out cleaning cost: $150-$400
- Average cleaning deduction after professional clean: $0-$50
The math is straightforward: spending $250 on professional cleaning often saves $300-$500 in deposit deductions. Plus, most professional services offer a landlord satisfaction guarantee.
For more on protecting your deposit, see our guide on cleaning tips for rental properties.
DIY vs Professional Cost Comparison
| Factor | DIY | Professional |
|---|---|---|
| Supplies cost | $30-$75 | Included |
| Time investment | 6-12 hours | 0 (they do it) |
| Service cost | $0 | $150-$400 |
| Deposit deduction risk | Medium-High | Low |
| Guarantee | None | Most offer landlord guarantee |
| Total real cost | $30-$75 + your time + potential deductions | $150-$400 |
If your time is worth more than $20/hour, professional cleaning is almost always the better financial decision for move-out. Learn more in our DIY vs professional cleaning comparison.
Choosing a Move-Out Cleaning Service
When hiring a move-out cleaner in Oregon, ask these questions:
- Do you offer a landlord satisfaction guarantee? — the most important question. If the landlord is not satisfied, the company should return to fix issues at no charge
- What is included in the base price? — get a written list to avoid surprises
- Do you clean inside appliances? — some budget services skip the oven, refrigerator, and dishwasher interior
- Can you provide a receipt? — you may need this for your landlord as proof of professional cleaning
- Are you insured? — liability insurance protects you if the cleaner damages the property
For a complete move-out task list, our move-out cleaning checklist covers every item landlords check during inspections. Check our pricing page for current Oregon rates.
