Booking Apartment Cleaning in Berlin: A Practical Guide for 2026
Whether you're moving out of a German rental flat and need to pass the dreaded Übergabe, or you just want someone to keep your place in order, Berlin has plenty of cleaning professionals to choose from. The challenge is knowing what to expect -- in terms of price, what's actually included, and how to pick someone reliable. Here's what you need to know.
Regular Cleaning vs. End-of-Tenancy Cleaning
These are two very different services, and it's worth being clear on which one you need before you book.
Regular Cleaning
A recurring or one-off clean covering the standard tasks: hoovering, mopping, bathroom and kitchen surfaces, bins. Cleaners typically bring their own supplies. Prices are usually quoted by the hour or by flat size.
End-of-Tenancy Cleaning (Endreinigung)
A deep clean designed to meet the standard required for your Wohnungsübergabe (flat handover). This includes cleaning inside ovens and fridges, scrubbing grout, descaling taps and showerheads, cleaning windows from the inside, and removing all traces of your time in the flat. It takes significantly longer and costs more.
Typical Prices for Cleaning in Berlin
Cleaning prices in Berlin are usually quoted per session rather than purely by the hour. The figures below are typical ranges for 2026.
- check_circle1-room flat (approx. 30 m²): 50-80 €
- check_circle2-room flat (approx. 55 m²): 80-130 €
- check_circle3-room flat (approx. 75 m²): 110-180 €
- check_circleEnd-of-tenancy clean: add 30-50% to the above
- check_circleHourly rate (for standalone bookings): 15-25 €/h
What's Typically Included
Most standard apartment cleans in Berlin cover the following:
- check_circleHoovering and mopping all floors
- check_circleDusting surfaces, shelves, and skirting boards
- check_circleCleaning kitchen worktops, hob, and sink
- check_circleCleaning bathroom: toilet, sink, shower/bath
- check_circleEmptying bins and replacing liners
- check_circleWiping down mirrors and glass surfaces
What Usually Costs Extra
Some tasks fall outside a standard clean and need to be agreed separately -- and budgeted for.
- check_circleCleaning inside the oven (typically 20-40 € extra)
- check_circleCleaning inside the fridge or freezer
- check_circleWindow cleaning (inside and/or outside)
- check_circleBalcony cleaning
- check_circleRemoving limescale and mould from tiles or grouting
- check_circleMoving furniture to clean underneath
- check_circleLaundry or ironing
What to Check Before You Book
A few checks before confirming your booking can save you a lot of stress.
- check_circleAsk specifically whether they're experienced with Endreinigung and Übergaben
- check_circleConfirm whether they bring cleaning supplies or if you need to provide them
- check_circleCheck reviews from other tenants, not just homeowners
- check_circleClarify the cancellation policy -- especially if you're working to a move-out deadline
- check_circleAsk what happens if the landlord finds something unsatisfactory -- do they offer a free return visit?
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