You’re moving out and your contract requires professional move-out cleaning. Or your renovation just finished and the property needs to be dust-free for handover. What does this cost in Amsterdam in 2026? This article gives transparent rates by
apartment size, the surcharges to watch for, and how to avoid overpaying — or worse, paying twice because the first job failed inspection.
Standard rates for end-of-tenancy cleaning in Amsterdam (2026)
These prices apply to a normally occupied rental or owned property in and around Amsterdam, excluding specific extras. All amounts include 21% VAT.
| Property type | Area | Rooms | Indicative price (incl. VAT) | Duration |
| Studio | 20–35 m² | 1 + kitchen + bathroom | €120–€180 | 2–3 hrs |
| 1-bedroom | 35–55 m² | 1 bed + living + kitchen + bath | €150–€240 | 3–4 hrs |
| 2-bedroom | 55–75 m² | 2 beds + living + kitchen + bath | €200–€320 | 4–5 hrs |
| 3-bedroom | 75–100 m² | 3 beds + living + kitchen + 1–2 bath | €280–€450 | 5–7 hrs |
| 4-bedroom | 100–130 m² | 4 beds + living + kitchen + 1–2 bath | €380–€600 | 6–9 hrs |
| Large / luxury | 130+ m² | – | Custom quote | 7+ hrs |
What’s included in this price:
- Full kitchen degreasing (extractor, oven, microwave, hob, cupboards inside and out)
- Full bathroom and toilet (descaling, mould treatment in grout)
- Vacuuming and mopping all floors, including under where furniture stood
- Interior windows, frames, sills
- Skirting boards, doors, sockets, light switches
- Light fixtures and vent grilles
- Materials and eco-friendly cleaning products
Common surcharges — what to watch for
Many companies advertise low base prices and charge the real work as “extras”. Honest surcharges — ours and our reputable competitors’ — sit roughly here:
| Add-on | Indicative price |
| Heavily soiled oven (grease build-up) | €25–€45 |
| Burnt-on induction/ceramic hob | €15–€30 |
| Exterior windows (per window, up to 1st floor) | €5–€12 |
| Balcony degreasing (BBQ grease, plant pots removed) | €25–€50 |
| Carpet/rug shampoo | €50–€120 |
| Post-construction cleaning | +30–50% on base price |
| Last-minute (<48 hrs) | +20% |
| Evening/weekend | +15–25% |
| Removal of left-behind items | €40/hour or fixed quote |
Why do prices vary so much between companies?
Request three quotes for the same 2-bedroom Amsterdam apartment and you’ll see prices from €120 to €380. The differences come down to:
- VAT included or excluded — some quotes are ex-VAT. Always calculate 21% incl.
- Materials included or not — some cheap quotes require you to supply products.
- Move-out guarantee — only companies offering this return at no cost if the landlord rejects. Others charge for a second visit.
- Insurance and KVK registration — uninsured cleaners are cheaper but leave you exposed to damage.
- In-house staff vs. subcontractors — fixed teams work more consistently than rotating freelancers.
- Travel time within Amsterdam — a company based in Almere often hides travel costs. The cheapest quote is almost never the cheapest final bill.
When you need a custom quote
Standard rates work for most properties. Request a custom quote for:
- Post-construction or renovation cleaning
- Properties with pets (extra hair/odour)
- Properties vacant for >1 week (extra dust)
- Heavily soiled or neglected properties
- Canal houses with multiple floors
- Penthouses or luxury complexes (>130 m²)
- Properties with large glass facades or roof terraces
- Combined services (wallpaper removal, paint clean-up, furniture removal)
DIY or hire a professional?
For an average 2-bedroom Amsterdam apartment, DIY means:
| DIY | Professional with guarantee | |
| Time | 8–14 hrs | 4–5 hrs (you don’t need to be present) |
| Materials | €40–€80 | Included |
| Deposit-loss risk | High | Guaranteed |
| Stress | High (3 days before moving) | None |
| Total | €40–€80 + 12 hrs of your time | €200–€320 |
The average withheld deposit in Amsterdam is €350–€800. For most renters, hiring professionals is cheaper than the risk.
How to book and what to share
To get an accurate quote fast, we need four things:
- Address (in/around Amsterdam)
- Area in m² (on your rental contract or WOZ valuation)
- Number of rooms, bathrooms, and presence of balcony/garden
- Desired handover date
Request a no-obligation quote via our contact form or WhatsApp us directly. You’ll get a reply within 6 hours, including weekends.
Frequently asked questions
A 2-bedroom apartment of 55–75 m² costs €200–€320 including VAT, materials, and a move-out guarantee. Heavily soiled or post-construction properties get a 30–50% surcharge.
Regular cleaning takes 2–3 hours and focuses on visible surfaces. End-of-tenancy cleaning is 2–3× more intensive: degreasing, descaling, mould removal, and every checkpoint a landlord inspects.
At least 5–7 working days. In peak periods (July/August, late December) at least 2 weeks. Last-minute is possible with a 20% surcharge.
Yes. You receive an invoice with VAT and KVK number — accepted as proof of professional move-out cleaning by all Amsterdam letting agents and housing corporations.
After completion and approval. For commercial or large jobs, a 30% deposit may be requested.
Yes — every district (Noord, Zuid, West, Oost, Centrum, Zuidoost, Nieuw-West) plus Amstelveen, Diemen, Zaandam, and immediate surroundings.