- Written by Christine Bernard - Content Manager
In 2026, most Melbourne house cleaners charge about $55 to $80 an hour, and end of lease cleans usually cost about $270 to $600 or more. With Absolute Domestics, regular cleans start from $99 per clean.
The exact price depends on your home, the type of clean and your suburb. Jump to the section you need:
House Cleaning Prices in Melbourne (2026)
Here are typical house cleaning prices in Melbourne for each type of clean.
| Type of clean | Typical price | How it’s usually priced |
|---|---|---|
| Regular clean | $55 to $80 per hour (Absolute Domestics from $99 per clean) | Hourly, weekly or fortnightly |
| One-off or spring clean | $70 to $95 per hour, or a fixed quote (our One-Off Clean is $260 for 3 hours) | Hourly or fixed |
| Deep clean (booked as a One-Off Clean) | Often $300 to $450 for a 3 bedroom home | Fixed, based on condition |
| Aged care clean | $55 to $80 per hour | Hourly, tailored to needs |
| NDIS clean | Set by the NDIS pricing arrangements | Hourly, claimed against your plan |
Melbourne’s average cleaning rate is about $60.96 an hour, second only to Sydney, according to a cleaning company’s 2026 figures. For NDIS pricing, see our guide to NDIS cleaning rates. For other cities, see house cleaning rates across Australia.
What 2 or 3 Hours of Cleaning Costs in Melbourne
Most regular cleans are booked in two or three hour blocks.
2 hours: about $110 to $160. In a tidy 2 to 3 bedroom home, that’s usually enough for the kitchen benches and stovetop, the bathroom and toilet, vacuuming and mopping, dusting and making beds.
3 hours: about $165 to $240. The extra hour covers a second bathroom, a bigger home, or extra jobs like wiping skirting boards or cleaning inside the microwave.
Here’s what that adds up to for common Melbourne homes.
| Home and schedule | Typical time | Cost per visit | Cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 to 2 bedroom unit, fortnightly | 2 hours | About $110 to $160 | About $220 to $320 |
| 3 bedroom house, fortnightly | 3 hours | About $165 to $240 | About $330 to $480 |
| 4 bedroom family home, weekly | 3 to 4 hours | About $165 to $320 | About $660 to $1,280 |
Weekly visits are often shorter than fortnightly ones, because the home never gets too messy. Compare the monthly total, not just the price per visit.
Why Some Melbourne Cleaners Advertise Very Low Rates
You’ll see some Melbourne cleaning rates advertised well below $50 an hour. Before you book, check what’s included in that price.
- Insurance. If something gets broken or someone is hurt, who pays?
- Police checks. You’re giving someone access to your home.
- Backup. What happens if your cleaner is sick or stops turning up?
- Support. Is there someone to call if something goes wrong?
With Absolute Domestics, every cleaner is police-checked and covered by $20M public liability and personal accident insurance. You also get a real Area Coordinator, and help finding a backup cleaner if yours is away.
End of Lease Cleaning Prices in Melbourne (2026)
Moving out? Here’s what a standard end of lease clean costs in Melbourne in 2026. These prices assume an empty home in average condition, with no add-ons.
| Home size | Typical price | Typical time on site |
|---|---|---|
| Studio or 1 bedroom | $270 to $420 | 3 to 5 hours |
| 2 bedrooms | $340 to $480 | 4 to 6 hours |
| 3 bedrooms | $430 to $620 | 5 to 8 hours |
| 4+ bedrooms | From $600 | 8+ hours, often two cleaners |
Melbourne prices sit a little below Sydney and a little above Brisbane. For other cities, see our guide to end of lease cleaning cost across Australia. To book, see end of lease cleaning in Melbourne.
What’s Included in a Melbourne End of Lease Clean, and What Costs Extra
A standard end of lease clean covers the whole home, top to bottom. It usually includes:
- Kitchen: benchtops, cupboards inside and out, sink, splashback, stovetop and oven
- Bathrooms: shower, bath, tiles and grout, toilet, vanity, mirrors and exhaust fans
- Every room: skirting boards, doors, door frames, light switches, power points and wardrobes
- Floors: vacuumed and mopped throughout
- Walls: spot cleaning of marks
For the full room-by-room list, see our end of lease cleaning checklist.
Some jobs are usually quoted separately:
| Add-on | Typical extra cost |
|---|---|
| Carpet steam cleaning | $80 to $220, depending on room count |
| Heavily greased oven and rangehood | $50 to $110 |
| Internal windows and tracks | $50 to $130 |
| Full wall washing | $100 to $300 |
| Blinds | $15 to $45 per set |
| Balcony or garage | $50 to $150 |
Victorian Bond Rules in Plain Language
In Victoria, renting is covered by the Residential Tenancies Act 1997. Your bond is held by the Residential Tenancies Bond Authority (RTBA), not your rental provider.
Here’s what that means when you move out:
- The standard. Leave the property reasonably clean, allowing for fair wear and tear. Your condition report from the start of the lease is the benchmark.
- Professional cleaning.
- Disputes. If you can’t agree on the bond, either side can apply to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT).
To protect your bond, keep your cleaning invoice, take dated photos of every room after the clean, and compare the home against your condition report before you hand back the keys.
How Melbourne Areas Affect Price
Absolute Domestics cleaners set their own hourly rates, based on their local suburb. That’s why two quotes in Melbourne can differ, even for similar homes. It also means your quote reflects real local rates, not a citywide average.
A few local things can change how long a job takes:
- CBD, Southbank and Docklands apartments. Parking, loading zones and lifts can add time, so mention them when you ask for a quote.
- Inner north and east. Older terraces and period homes often have more detail work, like high ceilings, ornate skirting and fireplaces.
- Outer growth suburbs. Newer homes tend to be larger, with more bathrooms, so check the room count carefully.
We match households with cleaners right across Melbourne. See house cleaning in Melbourne for details.
Why Melbourne Households Choose Absolute Domestics
For more than 32 years, Absolute Domestics has matched Australian households with trusted local cleaners. With more than 3,400 reviews, here’s what our customers value:
- Every cleaner is police-checked
- $20M public liability and personal accident insurance
- A real Area Coordinator to talk to, not a chatbot
- No lock-in contracts
- Easy booking and changes with the MyAbdom app
- Your cleaner can give you an estimate over the phone or at your home, and can work to a set budget
- You pay your cleaner directly after the clean, by card, bank transfer or cash
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a cleaner per hour in Melbourne?
Most Melbourne cleaners charge $55 to $80 an hour, with an average of about $61. Absolute Domestics regular cleans start from $99 per clean.
How much do cleaners charge for 3 hours?
In Melbourne, 3 hours of cleaning usually costs about $165 to $240. Our One-Off Clean is $260 for 3 hours, which suits spring cleans and first cleans.
What should a cleaner do in 2 hours?
In a tidy 2 to 3 bedroom home, a cleaner can usually do the kitchen benches and stovetop, the bathroom, vacuuming and mopping, dusting and making beds. See our guide to house cleaning rates across Australia for more detail.
What is the 20 minute rule in cleaning?
It’s a simple habit: spend 20 minutes a day tidying and wiping down. It keeps mess from building up, which also keeps your regular clean shorter and cheaper.
How much does end of lease cleaning cost for a 2 bedroom unit in Melbourne?
Most 2 bedroom end of lease cleans in Melbourne cost $340 to $480. A second bathroom, carpets or a heavily used oven can push the price higher.
Do I have to get a professional end of lease clean in Victoria?
Why do Melbourne cleaning quotes vary so much?
Home size and condition matter most, followed by your suburb. Absolute Domestics cleaners set their own rates by suburb, so your quote reflects local prices.
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