Based on real totals from our London jobs in the last 12 months, end of tenancy cleaning in London averages £190 for a studio flat, £255 for a one-bedroom flat and £289 for a two-bedroom flat, with smaller, well-kept studios coming in from £156. Larger homes cost more: three-bedroom properties averaged £355 and four-bedroom homes £458. The final figure depends on the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, the condition of the property and whether you add oven or carpet cleaning.
Below are those real London figures, what pushes a price up or down, and how to make sure you only pay once.
End of tenancy cleaning prices in London
These are real totals from our London end of tenancy jobs over the last 12 months. “From” is the price the cheapest tenth of jobs came in at, usually smaller or well-kept properties with no extras. “Average” is the typical total, including any extras customers added.
| Property | From | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio flat | £156 | £190 |
| 1 bedroom | £169 | £255 |
| 2 bedrooms | £215 | £289 |
| 3 bedrooms | £278 | £355 |
| 4 bedrooms | £316 | £458 |
| 5+ bedrooms | £488 | £816 |
| All jobs | £184 | £291 |
Real job totals from the last 12 months, updated 1 October 2026.
Across all our London jobs, the average total was £291. For comparison, the UK-wide average across all end of tenancy jobs was £312. You can see more detail on our London end of tenancy cleaning page and our full price list.
What is included in the price
A proper end of tenancy clean covers the whole property to the standard an inventory clerk or letting agent will check against. That normally means:
- Kitchen cupboards and drawers inside and out, worktops, splashbacks, sink and taps.
- Bathrooms descaled: bath, shower, screen, tiles, taps, toilet and extractor fan cover.
- Skirting boards, door frames, doors, switches and sockets.
- Inside wardrobes and built-in storage.
- Internal windows, sills and frames.
- Floors vacuumed and mopped throughout.
Professional products and equipment are included, and every room and item is listed on your itemised quote, so you can see exactly what you are paying for. Our end of tenancy checklist sets out the detail room by room.
What costs extra
Oven, appliance and carpet cleaning are the main add-ons, and they explain why two quotes for the same flat can look very different.
- Oven and appliances. A greasy oven is one of the things check-out inspections look at most closely. Across the UK, end of tenancy jobs with appliance cleaning added averaged £326 for the whole job, from £210.
- Carpets. If the inventory says carpets were professionally cleaned at the start of the tenancy, you may be expected to return them the same way. Across the UK, end of tenancy jobs with carpet cleaning added averaged £346 for the whole job, from £216. We use steam (hot-water extraction), which needs hot water on site, and while most stains lift well, not every stain can be guaranteed to come out.
- Parking and congestion charges. In London these can apply depending on the postcode. They are only added where they genuinely apply and are shown on the quote.
Five things that change the price
- Bedrooms and bathrooms. Bathrooms take longer per square metre than any other room because of limescale, glass and grout. A second bathroom adds noticeably to the time.
- Condition. A flat kept in reasonable order sits near the lower end. Heavy grease, limescale, mould or a long tenancy with no deep clean takes more time.
- Extras. Oven, fridge, carpets, upholstery and internal windows all add to the total.
- Empty or furnished. Empty properties are quicker. Belongings left in cupboards or rooms slow the team down and make it harder to meet the inventory.
- Access. Parking, congestion zones and flats without lifts can all affect the price in London.
Hourly rate or itemised quote?
An hourly rate can look cheaper, but you only find out the total once the work is done. If the oven or bathroom takes longer than expected, the bill grows.
An itemised quote based on the property and the extras you need tells you the cost up front. Before you book with anyone, ask for the quote in writing, listing the number of bedrooms and bathrooms and every extra. If a company won’t put that in writing, treat it as a warning sign.
Who pays for the clean?
In England, the Tenant Fees Act 2019 means a landlord or agent can’t make you pay for a professional clean as a condition of the tenancy or charge a separate move-out cleaning fee. Wales has similar rules. What they can do is deduct from your deposit if the property is returned less clean than it was at check-in, allowing for fair wear and tear.
So you don’t have to book a cleaner. You do have to return the property in the condition recorded on the check-in inventory. For many tenants, booking a clean is simply the easiest way to do that, and it keeps you in control of the cost rather than leaving it to a deduction decided later.
Landlords and letting agents booking between tenancies pay the same rates, and the clean is simply a business cost.
Should you do it yourself?
Plenty of tenants clean themselves and pass their check-out. It is realistic if the property is small, the oven isn’t too bad and you have a couple of clear days after moving out. Work from the inventory, not from what looks clean to you.
It is usually worth booking help if the oven is heavily greased, carpets need a proper clean, or you are handing back keys the same week you move.
How to make sure you only pay once
- Book the clean after you have moved out. Cleaning around boxes and furniture wastes time and leaves gaps.
- Check against the inventory. The check-in report is what the property will be measured against.
- Keep your receipt and dated photos. If a deduction is disputed, this is the evidence the deposit protection scheme will look at.
- Know the re-clean terms. If anything is missed and you report it in writing within 7 days, we return and put it right free of charge. The details are on our guarantee page.
FAQs
How much is an end of tenancy clean for a one-bedroom flat in London?
Our London one-bedroom jobs averaged £255 over the last 12 months, with the cheapest tenth coming in from £169.
Does the price include cleaning products?
Yes. Professional products and equipment are included.
How long does an end of tenancy clean take?
It depends on size and condition. A small flat may take part of a day, while a larger house can take a full day with a team. Your quote will reflect the property.
When can you clean?
We work Monday to Sunday, 8am to 7pm, so weekend check-outs are fine.
For an exact price, tell us the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, whether the property will be empty, and any extras you need. Get Free Quote for an itemised price, or Book Online if you already know what you need.