“I turn over three units myself and had been doing the cleans in between tenants. Cheaper to stop doing that than I expected, and the places present far better for the next inspection.”
Ed Marchetti
Landlord
·Google ReviewCarlton North exit cleaning for inner-city properties, with clear inclusions, add-on pricing, insured cleaners and a 72-hour re-clean promise on eligible items.
Real feedback from property managers and business owners who rely on The Lease Cleaners.
“I turn over three units myself and had been doing the cleans in between tenants. Cheaper to stop doing that than I expected, and the places present far better for the next inspection.”
Ed Marchetti
Landlord
·Google Review“Studio apartment, small job, and they still ran the full checklist instead of treating it as a quick once-over. In and out in under three hours.”
Nathan Okafor
Tenant
·Google Review“Kitchen splashback had marks I'd given up on after scrubbing for an hour. Gone. The place smelled clean rather than drowned in perfume, which I appreciated.”
Ibrahim Karaca
Tenant
·Google ReviewYour local cleaning guide
For Carlton North tenants, landlords and property managers, the useful clean is the one that matches the actual property: rooms, bathrooms, internal glass, floors, access and any add-ons required by the condition report.
In Carlton North, the useful quote details are the room count, property type, access and whether the agent has flagged anything from the entry report. We use that local context with your photos or notes to decide how much time the clean needs.
Carlton North is part of our Melbourne service area, with nearby coverage across Fitzroy North, Princes Hill and Fitzroy.
Final inspections here often come down to balcony glass, kitchen splashbacks in compact galley kitchens, and the inside of built-in wardrobes, plus the usual oven, bathroom and floor detail.
It suits three groups. Tenants book it to reduce cleaning disputes before key return. Landlords use it between tenancies so the next applicant sees a property that is ready to inspect. Property managers use it for turnovers because the agreed scope is written down before the clean starts.
Nearby coverage includes Fitzroy North, Princes Hill and Fitzroy, which helps when tenants, agents or landlords are coordinating more than one handover in the same area.
Every Carlton North end-of-lease clean starts with the empty interior and the written scope accepted before booking. Carpet steam cleaning, exterior windows, balconies, garages and key movement are listed separately so the price stays clear.
Kitchen detail is usually inspection-critical: oven interior, rangehood, stovetop, benches, splashback, sink and empty cupboards. We price extra appliances separately so the Carlton North scope is clear.
Bathrooms are scrubbed and sanitised, including shower screens, mineral build-up, toilets, basins, mirrors and tapware. For apartments and compact inner-city units, with inspection detail varying by age and condition, bathroom count is usually a stronger price driver than floor area.
Wardrobes, cupboards, doors, handles, switches, skirting boards and accessible surfaces are cleaned once belongings are removed. Carpeted bedrooms are vacuumed, with steam cleaning quoted per room if needed.
Accessible fittings, cornices, skirting boards, doors, handles, storage areas and hard surfaces are dusted and wiped. Final inspections here often come down to balcony glass, kitchen splashbacks in compact galley kitchens, and the inside of built-in wardrobes, plus the usual oven, bathroom and floor detail.
All carpeted areas are vacuumed and hard floors are swept and mopped. Carpet steam cleaning is an add-on at $40 per room and should be booked with enough drying time before inspection.
Window interiors, sills and tracks are included where accessible, along with one set of glass doors inside and out. Exterior windows are quoted separately at $20 where access is practical.
Laundry benches, sink, tapware, cabinet interiors, cabinet exteriors and floors are included. Garage sweep, balcony cleaning, flea treatment and key pickup/drop-off can be added before the booking is accepted.
Cleaning cannot repair a damaged surface. Permanent stains, worn finishes and pre-existing damage sit outside the clean and outside the re-clean cover, so point them out before the quote is finalised.
End of lease cleaning in Carlton North starts from $299 + GST for a one-bedroom, one-bathroom property. The final quote follows room counts, condition, storeys, access and selected add-ons.
| Property | End of lease, from |
|---|---|
| 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | $299 |
| 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom | $399 |
| 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms | $429 |
| 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms | $529 |
| 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms | $579 |
| 5+ bedrooms, 2 bathrooms | $679 |
Prices exclude GST and assume standard property condition. Each additional bathroom adds $30, and bond cleaning starts $20 lower than end-of-lease at every size.
If you are comparing prices around Fitzroy North and Princes Hill, make sure the scope is comparable. A cheap quote that excludes ovens, tracks or bathroom detail can become expensive after the agent report arrives.
Send your room counts, condition notes and key-return date through the quote form for a fixed figure before you book.
Use this checklist against your entry condition report before the keys go back. The team works from the agreed written scope, with extra attention to balcony glass, kitchen splashbacks in compact galley kitchens, and the inside of built-in wardrobes where the property calls for it.
For Carlton North homes near Fitzroy North, Princes Hill and Fitzroy, flag garages, balconies, steep access, shared driveways or exterior glass before booking so the quote says exactly what is included.
View our complete end of lease cleaning checklist
Clear limits on cleaning. Worn finishes, permanent staining and pre-existing damage are identified separately so you are not paying for a result cleaning cannot deliver.
Written scope before booking. Tenants, landlords and property managers get the agreed inclusions in writing, including what is excluded or priced separately.
72-hour re-clean support. Eligible, in-scope cleaning issues reported with evidence and access can receive one complimentary re-clean visit under the guarantee terms.
Property-specific expectations. Carlton North rentals run to apartments and compact inner-city units, with inspection detail varying by age and condition, so the schedule follows the rooms and surfaces the property actually contains.
Quoted on your room counts. Bedrooms, bathrooms, living areas and add-ons shape the price, which is more useful than applying a generic Carlton North average.
Insured and police-checked cleaners. Every cleaner is fully insured and police-checked, and the business carries $20 million public liability insurance.
Most buildings here require a lift booking and a loading-zone permit, and both take a few days to arrange. Tell us where the team can park, how keys will be collected and the latest time the property needs to be ready for inspection.
Book the clean once the furniture is out, with water and power still connected. Keep your entry condition report to hand, point out existing damage, and leave time for a walkthrough before the keys go back.
For handovers around Fitzroy North and Princes Hill, clear access notes help the team arrive with the right equipment and enough time.
Choose the service wording that matches your handover: end of lease, vacate, move-out or bond cleaning.
From $299 + GST. End-of-lease base rate for a standard one-bedroom, one-bathroom property. Each extra bathroom adds $30, and condition, storeys and add-ons are quoted on top. Bond cleaning starts $20 lower at every size.
$329
+ GST · standard condition
Studios and small apartments
$439
+ GST · standard condition
Standard apartments and townhouses
$582
+ GST · standard condition
Larger homes and multi-bath properties
The quotation includes: Only for Standard Property Condition
*Eligible in-scope issues only. Read the re-clean terms.
From your first quote to the final key
Share the room counts, condition, access details and the date you need the clean.
Confirm the price, included work and any extras before your booking is accepted.
We work through the agreed scope. Leave time for a walk-through before returning the keys.
Our bond-back cleaning cover
Report an in-scope end-of-lease cleaning issue within 72 hours, with evidence and access, for one complimentary re-clean. Conditions apply.
Our bond-back service addresses the cleaning work in your agreed scope. Bond decisions can also involve rent, damage and other tenancy matters, so a clean cannot guarantee the return of the entire bond.
Read the guarantee terms
Fully insured · Melbourne-wideMelbourne move-out cleaning team
Practical systems, reliable arrivals, and a finish designed for property inspections.
Who are we?
The Lease Cleaners specialises in end of lease and bond cleaning across Melbourne. We keep the process clear, show up prepared, and focus on the details that help a property feel ready for its final inspection.
Every clean is planned around the details agents usually check first.
Straightforward communication before, during, and after the clean.
A practical standard built for move-out pressure and final handovers.
The details make the difference
Explore kitchen and bathroom cleaning in Carlton North, with a focus on benchtops, cabinets, shower screens, tiles and tapware.

The kitchen, ready for a closer look.
Benches, splashback, sink, cupboard interiors and the oven are checked against your agreed scope.

A fresh finish in the bathroom.
Shower screens, basins, mirrors and tapware get attention, with permanent marks identified separately.

Melbourne based team
Detailed cleaning for final inspections and calm handovers.
Why Choose Us
The Lease Cleaners combines experienced crews, transparent communication, and dependable service quality for every property. We keep things organised from quote to handover, so the clean feels handled.
Detailed checklists and quality controls keep standards high on every visit.
All staff are trained, insured, and vetted so your workplace is always in safe hands.
Morning, daytime, or after-hours service built around your operations and downtime windows.
Before you book
Clear answers about the scope, timing and handover.
Talk to the teamThe standard scope covers the empty property's kitchen, bathrooms, laundry, bedrooms, living areas, floors, internal windows, sills and tracks. In Carlton North, we ask about balcony glass, kitchen splashbacks in compact galley kitchens, and the inside of built-in wardrobes early so the quote reflects what the final inspection is likely to check. That is especially useful for Carlton North moves around Fitzroy North and Princes Hill. It also helps when the move overlaps nearby Fitzroy North, Princes Hill, Fitzroy, Carlton and Parkville.
Victorian renters generally need to leave the property reasonably clean, and a professional clean is usually tied to what the lease and entry condition report require. Many Carlton North clients still book one because the written scope reduces disputes about ovens, bathrooms, tracks and cupboards. It is also easier to compare expectations across Fitzroy North and Princes Hill when the scope is written down. It also helps when the move overlaps nearby Fitzroy North, Princes Hill, Fitzroy, Carlton and Parkville.
From $299 + GST applies to a standard one-bedroom, one-bathroom property. We then price Carlton North jobs from bedroom and bathroom counts, property condition, storeys and add-ons such as carpet steam cleaning or exterior glass. Final inspections here often come down to balcony glass, kitchen splashbacks in compact galley kitchens, and the inside of built-in wardrobes, plus the usual oven, bathroom and floor detail. Quotes for Carlton North handovers also consider access toward Fitzroy North and Princes Hill. For local scheduling, we also note access around Fitzroy North, Princes Hill, Fitzroy, Carlton and Parkville.
Share parking, entry and key-return details when booking. Most buildings here require a lift booking and a loading-zone permit, and both take a few days to arrange. A clear access note helps keep the clean inside the booked window. For local scheduling, we also note access around Fitzroy North, Princes Hill, Fitzroy, Carlton and Parkville.
A one-bedroom property commonly takes three to four hours for a two-person team, with larger homes taking longer. Compact floor plans mean the kitchen and bathroom carry most of the inspection weight. Book before your Carlton North inspection day so there is room for a walkthrough and any evidence-backed re-clean request. It also helps when the move overlaps nearby Fitzroy North, Princes Hill, Fitzroy, Carlton and Parkville.
The guarantee is a re-clean promise, not a blanket bond promise. For Carlton North properties, the key is having the scope agreed before cleaning day so any post-inspection request can be matched to what was booked. We note nearby timing around Fitzroy North, Princes Hill and Fitzroy when arranging access. It also helps when the move overlaps nearby Fitzroy North, Princes Hill, Fitzroy, Carlton and Parkville.
Inner Melbourne
Inner Melbourne cleans often need lift bookings, service entries, permit parking or careful key timing before the team can start.
One less job on moving day
Quick, simple, and transparent.
We specialise in end of lease and bond cleaning across Melbourne with clear communication, reliable scheduling, and dependable turnaround.
Service area
Melbourne, VIC
Serving all Melbourne metro areas