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Bond Cleaning Wollongong 2026: End of Lease Guide

End of lease cleaning in Wollongong: costs, tenant rights under NSW law, how to maximise your bond refund, and finding reliable cleaners in the Illawarra.

By Wollongong Daily · Published 20 July 2026

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Bond Cleaning in Wollongong 2026

End of lease cleaning is a significant obligation for Wollongong and Illawarra tenants. In NSW, the bond is typically 4 weeks' rent and is held by NSW Fair Trading. fairtrading.nsw.gov.au

What Does Bond Cleaning Cost in Wollongong 2026?

1-bedroom apartment: $200-$370
2-bedroom apartment: $280-$500
3-bedroom house: $360-$660
4-bedroom house: $470-$880
Oven clean (additional): $50-$110
Carpet steam clean (additional): $65-$170+

NSW Tenant Rights at End of Lease

Under the NSW Residential Tenancies Act 2010, tenants must leave the property in the same condition as at the start of the tenancy, fair wear and tear excepted. Landlords cannot require tenants to use a specific cleaning company. Keep the condition report and dated photographs from both move-in and move-out, these are critical in any dispute. fairtrading.nsw.gov.au

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