“My St Kilda apartment was tiny but the agent was strict. ELM cleaned the window tracks, behind the fridge, and inside every cupboard. Bond back in full.”
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MichelleEnd of lease, 1-bed apartment, Acland Street
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What we know about cleaning rentals in St Kilda
The area
St Kilda rentals range from compact beachside apartments to converted period homes along Fitzroy Street and Acland Street. Many have older kitchens and shared laundries that need extra attention at move-out.
Property types
Mostly 1 to 3 bedroom apartments and units, many in older art deco or Edwardian buildings. Compact layouts mean detailed work on kitchens, bathrooms, and built-in wardrobes.
Agent expectations
High tenant turnover in St Kilda means agents inspect frequently and have seen every shortcut. We make sure the oven interior, window tracks, and bathroom grout are done properly.
Every room, every surface, every fixture
This is the checklist your cleaner works from in St Kilda. It matches what property managers inspect. You receive a signed copy when the clean is complete.
Kitchen
- Oven interior and exterior degreased
- Rangehood filters cleaned
- Cooktop, splashback, and benches scrubbed
- Sink and taps cleaned and dried
- Cupboard fronts wiped, insides wiped where empty
- Dishwasher interior cleaned
- Floor mopped and edges detailed
Bathrooms and laundry
- Shower screens, tiles, and grout scrubbed
- Bathtub descaled and polished
- Toilet bowl, base, and cistern sanitised
- Vanity, basin, and taps cleaned
- Mirrors streak-free
- Exhaust fan covers cleaned
- Laundry tub scrubbed, dryer lint trap cleared
- Floors mopped and dried
Bedrooms and living areas
- Carpets vacuumed throughout (steam cleaning quoted separately)
- Hard floors vacuumed and mopped
- Skirting boards wiped
- Light switches, power points, and door handles wiped
- Windowsills, tracks, and frames cleaned
- Blinds dusted or wiped
- Built-in wardrobes wiped inside and out
- Cobwebs removed from ceilings and corners
General and exterior
- All internal doors and frames wiped
- Internal glass and mirrors cleaned
- Garage floor swept (if applicable)
- Balcony or patio swept (if applicable)
- Light fittings dusted
- Air conditioning vents wiped
If the agent isn't satisfied, we come back
If your property manager raises an issue with the clean within 72 hours of the inspection, we return and address it at no extra charge. We bring the signed checklist, compare it to the agent's feedback, and fix anything that was missed.
72-hour windowReport any issues within 72 hours of the inspection
Free re-cleanWe come back and address the specific items raised
DocumentedYour signed checklist is your proof of what was done
From quote to signed checklist in four steps
Tell us the property
Suburb, number of rooms, and your move-out date. We quote within a few hours for St Kilda properties.
We confirm the scope
A quick call to confirm exactly what the agent expects. If you have a specific checklist from your property manager, we work from that.
We clean to inspection standard
Our team arrives on the agreed day with all products and equipment. Most properties take 4 to 8 hours depending on size and condition.
You get the signed checklist
A room-by-room record of everything that was cleaned, signed by the lead cleaner. You hand it to the agent at the inspection.
End of lease cleaning prices for St Kilda
These are guide ranges for standard end-of-lease cleans in St Kilda. The final quote depends on the size of the property, its current condition, and any extras like carpet steam cleaning or window washing. We confirm the exact price before any work starts.
1-2 bedroom$280 – $380
Apartment or small home3 bedroom$380 – $480
Standard house4+ bedroom$480 – $650
Large home, quoted on scopeCommon add-ons
Carpet steam cleaningQuoted per room
External window cleaningQuoted per property
Garage / carportQuoted on size
Wall mark removalIncluded in deep areas, extras quoted
Real reviews from St Kilda move-outs
“Lived there three years and the bathroom grout had seen better days. They brought it back to white and the agent didn't raise a single issue.”
PT
PaulEnd of lease, 2-bed unit, Barkly Street
“Booked three days before the inspection after another company cancelled. ELM fitted me in and the place looked better than when I moved in. Genuinely grateful.”
LR
LisaEnd of lease, 2-bed apartment, Fitzroy Street
End of lease cleaning in St Kilda
Can you clean art deco or older apartment features?−
Yes. Many St Kilda apartments have original tiling, decorative glass, and older fixtures. Our team uses appropriate products for each surface type and takes care around delicate features.
How quickly can you fit in a booking?+
We can often accommodate bookings within 3 to 5 days. End of month is busiest, so booking early helps. If you're in a rush, call us and we'll do our best.
Do you clean shared laundries?+
We clean the laundry area that's part of your tenancy. If it's a shared space, we'll clean your allocated section and any appliances listed on the lease.
What about mould in the bathroom?+
We treat existing mould with commercial-grade products as part of the standard clean. Heavy mould buildup may need a pre-treatment, which we'll flag at the quote stage.
Is parking an issue for your team?+
Our teams are used to working in St Kilda. We handle our own parking and access, so you don't need to worry about permits or spots.
What's your re-clean guarantee?+
If your agent raises issues within 72 hours of the inspection, we come back and address the specific items at no extra charge.