For most apartments, window cleaning costs $50 to $250 per visit, depending on the apartment size, number of windows, and whether you need interior, exterior, or both. Professionals typically charge $4 to $15 per window or $50 to $70 per hour. Confirm exact pricing with your provider before booking.
Key Takeaways
- Market Range: Apartment window cleaning typically costs $50 to $250 per visit, driven by window count and apartment size.
- Three Pricing Models: Per window ($4 to $15), hourly ($50 to $70), or flat-rate package for the whole apartment.
- Exterior Costs More: Outside glass above ground level requires more equipment and time than interior cleaning.
- Recurring Saves Money: Monthly or quarterly service earns a lower per-visit rate than one-off cleans.
- Bundle for Best Value: Combining interior and exterior cleaning in one visit, or adding window cleaning to a full apartment cleaning session, reduces the total cost.
- CR Maids: Window cleaning for apartments across Castle Rock, Denver, Parker, and Highlands Ranch with all supplies included.
How Much Does Apartment Window Cleaning Cost by Size?
Apartment size is the biggest driver of price because it tracks closely with window count.
| Apartment Size | Typical Market Cost | Approx. Windows |
| Studio | $50 to $90 | 2 to 4 |
| 1-Bedroom | $75 to $125 | 4 to 6 |
| 2-Bedroom | $100 to $175 | 6 to 10 |
| 3-Bedroom | $150 to $250 | 10 to 14 |
Larger units, extra windows, and glass doors or balconies push the price toward the higher end of each range. These are general market reference points; confirm exact pricing with your provider before booking.
How Is Apartment Window Cleaning Priced?
Providers use one of three pricing models. Knowing which model a company uses helps you compare quotes accurately.
Per-Window Pricing
Assigns a fixed fee per piece of glass cleaned. Typically $4 to $15 per window. Best for apartments with a small, clearly defined number of standard-sized panes. Easy to estimate the total in advance.
Hourly Pricing
Charges based on actual crew time on site. Typically $50 to $70 per hour. Common for larger apartments, jobs with specialty windows, or hard-to-reach glass requiring extension equipment. Always confirm whether the rate is per cleaner or for the full team.
Flat-Rate Package
A single upfront quote for the full apartment regardless of time. The easiest model to compare across providers because the total is confirmed before work begins. Best for clients who want no billing surprises.
What Factors Affect the Price of Apartment Window Cleaning?
Beyond size, four variables move an apartment window cleaning quote up or down.
Window Count and Type
More panes cost more. Specialty windows including floor-to-ceiling, bay windows, or skylights take extra time and may require specialist equipment, which increases the per-window rate compared to standard casement or sliding windows.
Accessibility
Upper-floor units, windows over balconies, or glass that only opens from outside may require extension poles, water-fed systems, or safety equipment. Each of these adds to the total. Ground-floor accessible windows are the fastest and least expensive to clean.
Cleaning Frequency
One-time cleans cost the most per visit. Recurring monthly or quarterly recurring cleaning service earns a lower per-visit rate because the glass stays cleaner between sessions and each visit takes less effort. Per the ISSA cleaning industry standards, consistent professional cleaning at regular intervals also reduces allergen and particulate buildup on glass surfaces over time.
Add-Ons and Surface Condition
Screen and track cleaning, hard water stain removal, or post-construction cleaning involving heavy construction dust are extras priced separately from a standard clean. The EPA’s indoor air quality guidance confirms that mineral deposits and particulate buildup on glass reduce natural light penetration, which has indirect effects on indoor comfort and energy use.
Does Exterior Window Cleaning Cost More Than Interior?
Yes. The difference comes down to equipment, access, and risk.
Interior Window Cleaning
- Lower per-window rate because glass is accessible from inside the apartment.
- Standard squeegee and microfiber technique sufficient for most interior panes.
- Lower risk, faster setup, less equipment required.
Exterior Window Cleaning
- Higher per-window rate due to extension poles, water-fed systems, or safety equipment.
- Above-ground-floor exterior glass requires additional time and technique.
- Upper-floor units may require specialist access equipment.
Booking interior and exterior cleaning together in a single visit is the best value because the team is already on site with all equipment. Combined booking typically costs less than two separate visits.
Should You Clean Apartment Windows Yourself or Hire a Professional?
DIY Window Cleaning
- Cost is approximately $20 to $40 for a squeegee, solution, and microfiber cloths.
- Works for accessible interior windows in smaller units.
- Time-consuming for multi-room apartments and ineffective for streak-free exterior glass.
Professional Window Cleaning
- Worth it for upper floors, hard-to-reach exteriors, or when a streak-free result matters.
- Professionals bring the right tools, reach glass you cannot safely access, and finish faster.
How Can You Lower the Cost of Apartment Window Cleaning?
Four Ways to Reduce Per-Visit Cost
- Book Recurring Service: Monthly or quarterly service earns a lower per-visit rate than one-off cleans. Glass stays cleaner between visits so each session takes less time and costs less.
- Bundle Interior and Exterior Together: Combining both in one visit reduces the total cost versus separate appointments. The team is already on site and set up.
- Add Window Cleaning to a Full Apartment Clean: Bundling window cleaning with a deep cleaning or recurring cleaning visit often reduces the per-item cost compared to standalone window-only bookings.
- Book in Advance: Last-minute and urgent bookings carry premium rates. Scheduling in advance as part of a maintenance plan secures the best per-visit pricing.
What Does CR Maids Provide for Apartment Window Cleaning?
CR Maids provides professional window cleaning for apartments across Castle Rock, Denver, Parker, and Highlands Ranch. Pricing is confirmed upfront with no surprises, and window cleaning can be bundled with any CR Maids service for the best combined rate.
What Every CR Maids Apartment Window Cleaning Booking Includes:
- Streak-free interior and exterior cleaning using professional-grade technique.
- All supplies and equipment included at no extra charge.
- Eco-friendly cleaning product options at no additional cost.
- Background-checked, insured teams on every visit.
- Satisfaction guarantee: any area not cleaned to standard and reported within 24 hours is corrected at no extra cost.
Read what Castle Rock and Denver clients say on the CR Maids reviews page.
The Bottom Line on Apartment Window Cleaning Cost
Apartment window cleaning costs $50 to $250 based on size, window count, and scope. Recurring service and bundled visits reduce per-visit cost. Exterior cleaning costs more than interior due to access and equipment. Booking interior and exterior together in one visit is the best value. CR Maids is a woman-owned cleaning company serving Castle Rock, Parker, Highlands Ranch, Centennial, Littleton, Lone Tree, and Denver with all supplies included and a satisfaction guarantee on every booking.
Book Your Apartment Window Cleaning Today
CR Maids teams are background-checked, insured, and arrive with all supplies included. Pricing is confirmed upfront with no surprises, and eco-friendly product options are available at no extra charge.
See current CR Maids pricing before booking. Book your window cleaning today or call 720-713-1920. Same-week availability is often open across Castle Rock and Denver.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How much does apartment window cleaning cost on average?
Most apartments cost $50 to $250 per visit based on window count and apartment size. A studio runs approximately $50 to $90, a one-bedroom $75 to $125, a two-bedroom $100 to $175, and a three-bedroom $150 to $250.
2. Is it cheaper to clean windows per window or per hour?
Per-window pricing ($4 to $15 each) is typically cheaper for a small number of windows. Hourly pricing ($50 to $70) can be better for larger jobs. A flat-rate package is the easiest way to compare across providers.
3. Does exterior window cleaning cost more than interior?
Yes. Exterior glass above ground floor requires more equipment and time, so it costs more per window than interior cleaning. Booking both together in one visit is the best combined value.
4. How often should I have apartment windows cleaned?
Most apartments do well with cleaning every three to six months. Units near busy roads, construction sites, or areas with heavy pollen may benefit from more frequent recurring cleaning.
5. Can I save money with recurring window cleaning?
Yes. Recurring monthly or quarterly service earns a lower per-visit rate than one-time cleans, and it keeps glass cleaner so each visit is faster and less intensive.
6. Does CR Maids offer eco-friendly window cleaning products?
Yes. Eco-friendly house cleaning options using organic, non-toxic formulas are available at no extra charge on any CR Maids booking including window cleaning.
Karina Cohen is the owner of CR Maids, a local cleaning company serving the Greater Denver area. With a background as a global executive in fashion, software, retail, and financial services, she has led business strategy, mergers and acquisitions, and cross-cultural teams across the US, Europe, and Asia.
Karina holds a Global Executive MBA from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business and a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Marketing from Fordham University. She brings this strategic expertise into CR Maids, where her mission goes beyond spotless homes—she is committed to empowering her team, creating financial security, and giving back to the community.
When she’s not leading CR Maids, Karina homeschools her daughter, serves on the board of Duke University Colorado, and supports initiatives that strengthen families and small businesses.