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Bond Cleaning Geelong: End of Lease Guide 2026

End of lease cleaning in Geelong: costs, tenant rights under Victorian law, how to maximise your bond refund, and finding reliable local bond cleaners.

By Geelong Daily · Published 20 July 2026

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Bond Cleaning Geelong: End of Lease Guide 2026
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Bond Cleaning in Geelong 2026

End of lease cleaning is a significant obligation for Geelong tenants. In Victoria, the bond is typically 1 month's rent for properties under $900/week and is held by the Residential Tenancies Bond Authority (RTBA). consumer.vic.gov.au

What Does Bond Cleaning Cost in Geelong 2026?

  • 1-bedroom apartment/unit: $200-$370
  • 2-bedroom home: $280-$500
  • 3-bedroom house: $360-$650
  • 4-bedroom house: $460-$880
  • Oven clean (additional): $50-$110
  • Carpet steam clean (additional): $65-$170+

Victorian Tenant Rights at End of Lease

Under the Residential Tenancies Act 1997 (Vic), tenants must leave the property in a reasonably clean condition, fair wear and tear excepted. The property condition report from the start of the tenancy is the reference document. Victorian landlords cannot require tenants to use a specific cleaning company. consumer.vic.gov.au

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