Apartment cleaning
Apartment Cleaning Services in Boston, MA
Studios, one-beds, and shared units in walk-ups, triple-deckers, and high-rises. We handle the building logistics, bring everything, and finish a one-bedroom in about 90 minutes.
- Upfront quotes from $110
- Walk-ups and concierge buildings
- Fragrance-free products available
- Same-week availability
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Overview
Cleaning built for the way Boston apartments actually are
Roughly two thirds of Boston households rent, and most of those live in apartments that were never designed for easy cleaning. Galley kitchens with no counter space, bathrooms with original 1920s tile, radiators under every window, and hallways where a vacuum cord becomes a tripping hazard. Our apartment cleaning service exists for those units, from a 380-square-foot studio in the Fenway to a three-bedroom floor-through in a Somerville triple-decker.
Apartment logistics are half the job. Our coordinators collect building details when you book: whether there is an elevator, where the team can park or unload, how to reach the concierge, and any rules about service hours. Cleaners carry their equipment up walk-ups without complaint and know how to work quietly in buildings with thin walls and shared hallways.
The clean itself follows the same checklist we use everywhere. Kitchen counters, stovetop, and appliance exteriors. Bathroom scrubbed and sanitized, including the tile grout lines in older units. Dusting from the top of the fridge to the baseboards, beds made, floors vacuumed and mopped with the right solution for the surface. A typical one-bedroom takes our team around 90 minutes.
Because apartment turnover in Boston revolves around September 1 and the first of each month, we hold capacity for lease-related cleanings and can usually fit a first-time routine visit inside the same week. Roommates splitting the cost, remote workers who need the place quiet by a certain hour, and landlords maintaining a unit between tenants all get the same upfront, condition-based pricing.
Recurring plans make the most sense for apartments because the space is small enough that regular maintenance keeps it nearly spotless. A biweekly visit to a one-bedroom often costs less than a night out and frees up the weekend entirely. Try a single visit first if you like. The discount kicks in the moment you switch to a schedule.
The checklist
What a routine apartment cleaning covers
The same list for a studio or a three-bedroom, scaled to the space.
Kitchen
- Remove cobwebs
- Dust light fixtures
- Dust windowsills, window frames, and ledges
- Dust blinds
- Dust ceiling fans
- Dry dust decor and picture frames
- Clean and dry sink and soap dish
- Clean countertops and backsplash
- Clean microwave inside and out
- Clean stovetop, burners, and control panels
- Clean exteriors of fridge, oven, and dishwasher
- Clean stationary small appliances
- Wipe down table and chairs
- Clean light switches and doorknobs
- Spot clean cabinet fronts and handles
- Empty trash and wipe down can
- Sweep, vacuum, and mop floors
Bathrooms
- Remove cobwebs
- Dust light fixtures and shelves
- Dust doors, windowsills, and window frames
- Dust blinds
- Tidy personal items and hand towels
- Clean and dry shower and tub
- Clean and dry sink, counter, and soap dish
- Clean mirrors and glass
- Polish towel bars and paper holder
- Clean toilet inside, outside, and behind
- Clean light switches and doorknobs
- Wipe and disinfect cabinet fronts
- Sweep, vacuum, and mop floors
- Empty trash and replace liner
Bedrooms
- Remove cobwebs
- Dust light fixtures and ceiling fans
- Dust windowsills, frames, and blinds
- Dust furniture, shelves, and decor
- Make beds and straighten linens
- Clean mirrors
- Clean light switches and doorknobs
- Empty trash
- Vacuum carpets and rugs
- Sweep and mop hard floors
Living Areas & Hallways
- Remove cobwebs
- Dust light fixtures and ceiling fans
- Dust windowsills, frames, and blinds
- Dust furniture, electronics, and decor
- Fluff cushions and fold throws
- Clean glass tabletops and mirrors
- Clean light switches and doorknobs
- Vacuum upholstery surfaces
- Vacuum carpets and rugs
- Sweep and mop hard floors
- Wipe stair railings and banisters
Not part of a routine visit
These are covered by a deep clean or move clean, or can be added to any booking.
- Inside oven
- Inside refrigerator
- Inside cabinets and drawers
- Interior windows
- Baseboards (detail wipe)
- Walls and ceilings
- Laundry and dishes
- Exterior areas and garages
- Biohazards and pest cleanup
Add-ons: inside the oven and inside the refrigerator are optional on every service, including deep, move-in, and move-out cleans, for a set fee. See the full comparison of routine, deep, and move cleans on our cleaning checklist.
Transparent pricing
Apartment cleaning prices in Boston
Ranges cover most units in the city. Condition, pets, and add-ons move a quote within the range.
| Unit | Layout | Routine clean | Deep clean |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 0 bed / 1 bath | $110 - $140 | $160 - $200 |
| One bedroom | 1 bed / 1 bath | $130 - $170 | $190 - $250 |
| Two bedroom | 2 bed / 1-2 bath | $170 - $220 | $250 - $320 |
| Three bedroom+ | 3+ bed / 2+ bath | $220+ | $320+ |
Walk-up buildings without elevators and units above the fourth floor may carry a small equipment surcharge. We confirm every price before booking.
Heavy-duty and pet fees: homes with heavy buildup, a long gap since the last professional clean, or pets that shed heavily carry an additional fee. We quote it before you book, never on the invoice.
When to book
How often should an apartment be cleaned
Weekly for shared apartments
Three or four roommates put a lot of wear on one kitchen and one bathroom. Weekly service ends the chore-chart arguments and keeps common areas guest-ready.
Biweekly for one- and two-bedrooms
For a single professional or a couple, every two weeks keeps floors, bath, and kitchen consistently clean without paying for visits you do not need.
Monthly for studios
Small spaces stay reasonably tidy with light upkeep. A monthly professional visit handles the tub, the oven top, and the dust that accumulates on high shelves.
One-time before an inspection or guest
Landlord walkthroughs, a parent visiting, or a sublet handoff. Book a single clean and upgrade to a deep clean if the unit has been neglected.
Recurring plans
Recurring plans for apartments
Small spaces stay spotless on a schedule. Discounts apply from the second visit and the same team returns each time.
Weekly
15% off
Households with kids, pets, or heavy cooking. Nothing ever builds up.
Biweekly
10% off
Our most common plan. Enough to stay ahead without a visit every week.
Monthly
5% off
Smaller homes and tidy households that want a reliable reset.
One-time
Standard rate
Before guests, after a party, or to try us before committing.
Why us
Why Boston renters and owners pick us
- 01
We handle the building, not just the unit
Concierge check-ins, freight elevator bookings, loading zone timing, and quiet-hours rules are noted at booking so the visit goes smoothly without you coordinating anything.
- 02
Fast, thorough, and priced for small spaces
Apartment quotes start at $110 for a studio. A one-bedroom is finished in about 90 minutes, and you never pay for time that is not used.
- 03
Older-unit expertise
Cast-iron tubs, hex-tile floors, radiator fins, and painted wood trim need specific products and a light touch. Our teams see these features daily.
- 04
Access without hassle
Leave a key with the front desk, use a lockbox, or share a code. Every cleaner is background-checked and bonded, and you get arrival and completion texts.
Reviews
What neighbors say after the first visit
“My building has strict elevator rules and they handled the check-in with the concierge without me being there. Floor-to-ceiling windows spotless, no streaks. That alone was worth it.”
“Two people arrive every other Thursday, work through the whole house in about two hours, and the kitchen looks the way it did the day we moved in. I have stopped thinking about cleaning entirely.”
“We booked a deep clean before hosting a graduation party. They pulled the stove out, cleaned the baseboards behind the couch, and got years of dust off the ceiling fan blades. Thorough is an understatement.”
Service areas
Apartment cleaning by neighborhood
Each area page covers local building types, pricing notes, and questions we hear most.
On the map
Apartment cleaning across Boston
Questions
Apartment cleaning questions
Studios start around $110, one-bedrooms $130 to $170, and two-bedrooms $170 to $220 for a routine visit. Deep cleans run higher. Every quote reflects the unit's size and condition, is confirmed before booking, and drops on recurring visits. Heavy buildup or heavy pet shedding adds a fee we disclose up front.
Yes. A large share of Boston apartments are in walk-ups and our teams carry equipment up every day. Units above the fourth floor without an elevator may carry a small surcharge, which we tell you about in the quote.
Certainly. We charge one card per visit, but many customers rotate the card on file or settle up between themselves. Just let the coordinator know if the payment method changes.
We can email a certificate of insurance to you or to building management before the first visit. Many managed buildings in the Seaport and Back Bay require this and it takes us a day or less to provide.
Yes, along with mops, microfiber, and all cleaning products. If your building restricts certain chemicals or you prefer fragrance-free products, tell us at booking.
Put away clothing, dishes, and clutter so the team can reach surfaces. You do not need to pre-clean anything. If a room should be skipped, leave a note or text the coordinator.
Yes, though a move-out clean is a separate, more thorough service that covers inside cabinets, appliances, and closets. See our move-out cleaning page for pricing and what it includes.
Yes, and they are a large share of the work across Somerville, Dorchester, and JP. Each floor is quoted as its own unit rather than a share of the building.
Yes. Front desks, fobs, and freight elevator windows are routine in the newer towers, and we set access up with management once.
Yes, at no charge. Many Boston buildings require one from vendors before granting access and we send it to management directly.
Standard across most of the city and not a problem. Our cleaners bring equipment sized for walk-ups rather than hauling a cart up four flights.
Yes. Tell us which rooms are in scope and which are not, and it stays on the account so nobody has to explain it each visit.
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