Move Out Cleaning & Move-In Cleaning in Santa Fe, NM
Move-In & Move-Out Cleaning from $299 per visit. Free itemized quote before anyone arrives.
A move-out or move-in cleaning in Santa Fe is a top-to-bottom clean of an empty home, inside the oven, refrigerator, cabinets and closets included, priced flat per visit by home size. Whether moving out of a classic single-family house or settling into a multi-unit apartment, tenants use a move-out cleaning to help get their security deposit back, while buyers and renters order a move-in cleaning before unpacking. We use the same landlord-style checklist on every visit, provide a free itemized quote, and offer coverage across Santa Fe and neighboring communities.
How much does a move out cleaning service cost in Santa Fe?
A move-out or move-in cleaning in Santa Fe starts from $299 per visit. For comparison, a regular standard clean for an occupied home starts from $189. The higher price for an empty-home clean covers deep house cleaning inside every cabinet, closet, and major appliance, as well as scrubbing baseboards and grout so nothing gets flagged during a landlord walkthrough. We quote a flat rate per visit based on the number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and the overall condition of the home, so the total is known before anyone arrives, while an hourly quote can grow when the job runs long. Rather than charging extra per item, our flat price includes the inside of the oven and refrigerator, emptied cabinets, closets, and baseboards. Every quote is free, clear, and itemized before you book.
What move out cleaning in Santa Fe involves that a generic one does not
In Santa Fe, 56% of homes are single-family detached houses and 7% are in apartment buildings with 20 or more units, while in nearby Eldorado at Santa Fe, 98% of homes are single-family houses. Tenants in larger apartment buildings often face formal leasing-office walkthroughs, while single-family houses require detailed attention across multiple bathrooms and entryway floors. Our desert climate brings windy days and monsoon storms, sending fine dust deep into window tracks and leaving scale on glass or fixtures from hard water. Landlords and buyers immediately notice built-up mineral scale on bathroom glass and dry dust trapped along window sills. Additionally, the surrounding county experiences high rates of flooding from heavy rain, which leads to heavy mud being tracked into entryways and onto hard floor surfaces. Wiping down entry floors and scrubbing window tracks before an inspection keeps dust and dried mud from showing up as neglected items on a move-out list.
Getting the security deposit back in Santa Fe
For a tenant renting in Santa Fe, New Mexico law requires a landlord to provide an itemized written list of any deductions along with the remaining balance of your security deposit within 30 days of lease termination or your departure, whichever happens later. For full state details, normal wear and tear rules, and tips on what to document, visit our New Mexico move-out and move-in cleaning guide. Dated photos of every room after the clean and an itemized receipt settle most security deposit disputes.
How long it takes, and when to book cleaning services in Santa Fe
A move-out cleaning or move-in cleaning for a small studio or one-bedroom home takes about 2-4 labor hours. A two-bedroom home requires 4-6 labor hours, while a three-bedroom house of 1,500 to 2,000 square feet takes 5-8 labor hours. For larger houses with four or more bedrooms starting at 3,000 square feet, the work takes 8-14 or more labor hours, and deep house cleaning inside appliances alone can add 2-3 labor hours. A two-person crew roughly halves the time on site. Booking a few days ahead is usually sufficient. Schedule the move-out cleaning for the final day after movers finish, with power and water still connected.
Cleaning services in Santa Fe and nearby cities
Our cleaning company serves homes throughout Santa Fe and surrounding communities across Santa Fe County. You can book a move-out cleaning at your current place and a move-in cleaning at your new home on a single quote, even across different towns. If your ZIP code is not listed, we will confirm service when you request your free quote.
Move out cleaning in Santa Fe: FAQ
What is the starting price for a move-out cleaning in Santa Fe?
The initial cost for move-out cleaning begins from $299 per visit. The final rate is calculated from the count of bedrooms, bathrooms, and current home condition rather than total square footage.
Is it worth cleaning an apartment before moving out?
Booking a clean makes sense when your security deposit is larger than the cost of the cleaning service or if your lease explicitly requires a deep house cleaning upon move-out. However, if your lease agreement automatically deducts a mandatory non-refundable cleaning fee regardless of condition, scheduling your own cleaner is usually unnecessary.
What does a move-out cleaning include?
The visit covers inside the oven, inside the refrigerator, and the interior of all empty cabinets and closets. The cleaner scrubs bathrooms top to bottom, clears baseboards, wipes down window sills, and washes all hard floors.
Do you charge by the hour for a move-out cleaning?
No, we provide a fixed flat rate per visit derived from your bedrooms, bathrooms, and home condition. Hourly quotes are difficult to judge in advance because total costs fluctuate depending on the speed and size of the crew assigned to the job.
How long does a landlord in New Mexico have to return a security deposit?
A landlord has 30 days from the end of the rental agreement or the day you move out, whichever date occurs later, to return your money or send an itemized deduction list. Review our state page for a full breakdown of rental deposit regulations.