Cost guide · Updated Aug 9, 2026
House cleaning cost in Portland in 2026
A standard clean of a 2-bedroom home in Portland runs $155 to $250 in 2026 — median around $195 for about three hours. The wet season runs roughly eight months, and the resulting mildew on window sashes and bathroom ceilings is what separates a Portland cleaning scope from a dry-climate one.
Typical range
$155 – $250
~$195 for a standard 2-BR clean · ~3 hrs
By scope
| Scope | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1-BR standard clean | $115 – $180 | 2–2.5 hrs |
| 2-BR standard clean | $155 – $250 | ~3 hrs |
| 3-BR house standard clean | $215 – $345 | 4–5 hrs |
| Deep clean (first visit) | $290 – $500 | 5–7 hrs |
| Hourly reference | $40 – $65 / hr per cleaner |
What swings the price
- Wet-season mildew on window sashes, sills, and bathroom ceilings from October through May.
- Single-pane windows in older Portland houses, which run with condensation all winter.
- Green and fragrance-free product requests, which are common here and occasionally add cost.
- Basement conversions with limited airflow.
Portland specifics
Older Portland houses still have a lot of original single-pane wood sash windows, and in the wet season they run with condensation every night. That water pools on the sill and grows mildew on the paint and glazing putty within weeks. A cleaner working this housing stock checks sills and sash tracks every visit from October through May; if it is not on the checklist, you find the mildew in April when it has already stained the paint.
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FAQs
How much does house cleaning cost in Portland?
$155–$250 for a standard 2-BR clean, median around $195. Hourly rates run $40–$65 per cleaner. Deep cleans on a first visit run $290–$500.
What should a Portland cleaning checklist include that others do not?
Window sills and sash tracks, bathroom ceilings, and entryway floors, all checked every visit through the wet season. Condensation on older single-pane windows grows mildew on the sill paint faster than most people expect.
Do Portland cleaners use fragrance-free or plant-based products?
Many do as standard, and nearly all will on request. If you want specific products or fragrance-free work, say so when you request the quote — occasionally it changes the price slightly, and it always changes what the cleaner packs.
How often should I book cleaning in Portland?
Biweekly suits most households year-round. Some switch to weekly from November through March, when tracked-in rain and mud make floors and entryways the dominant part of the job.
What does a move-out clean cost in Portland?
$320–$600 for a 2-BR depending on condition and scope. Oregon landlords commonly require the oven, fridge, and interior windows done, so confirm those are in the quote rather than add-ons.
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Prices refresh quarterly. Last review: Aug 9, 2026.