Cost guide · Updated Aug 14, 2026
House cleaning cost in San Antonio in 2026
A standard clean of a 2-bedroom home in San Antonio runs $110 to $185 in 2026 — median around $140 for about three hours. This is one of the most affordable large-metro cleaning markets in the country, and the fastest-growing segment here is post-construction work on the north and west sides.
Typical range
$110 – $185
~$140 for a standard 2-BR clean · ~3 hrs
By scope
| Scope | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1-BR standard clean | $85 – $135 | 2 hrs |
| 2-BR standard clean | $110 – $185 | ~3 hrs |
| 3-BR house standard clean | $150 – $250 | 4 hrs |
| Post-construction clean (new build) | $400 – $900 | Two passes typical |
| Hourly reference | $28 – $50 / hr per cleaner |
What swings the price
- Post-construction and new-build cleans, which are a different service at a different price.
- Hard water from the aquifer, which scales shower glass and fixtures quickly.
- Tile and stone flooring, standard in the region and slower to deep clean than carpet.
- Distance out to Boerne, New Braunfels, or Schertz.
San Antonio specifics
San Antonio has been building new homes faster than almost any metro in Texas, and post-construction cleaning is a genuinely separate trade from housekeeping. Construction leaves fine gypsum dust that settles for weeks, adhesive residue on windows and fixtures, and grout haze on new tile — none of which a standard recurring visit is scoped or equipped for. Reputable outfits quote it as two passes, a rough clean and a final, and charge accordingly. If a builder-handoff clean is quoted at housekeeping rates, it is a housekeeping clean.
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FAQs
How much does house cleaning cost in San Antonio?
$110–$185 for a standard 2-BR clean, median around $140. Hourly rates run $28–$50 per cleaner. San Antonio is one of the least expensive large-metro cleaning markets in the country.
What is a post-construction clean and why does it cost more?
It removes gypsum dust, adhesive residue, sticker glue, paint spatter, and grout haze from a newly built or renovated home. It takes specialized products and usually two passes, and runs $400–$900 for a typical new build — several times a standard visit.
How often should I have my San Antonio home cleaned?
Biweekly suits most households. Weekly makes sense with pets or a full house. Hard water means shower glass benefits from the shorter interval more than anything else in the home.
Does hard water affect what I should ask for?
Yes. Aquifer water scales shower glass, fixtures, and dishwasher interiors within weeks, and it needs an acidic descaler rather than an all-purpose spray. Confirm glass descaling is in the recurring scope rather than a deep-clean-only item.
What does a move-out clean cost in San Antonio?
$220–$450 for a 2-BR depending on condition and whether appliances and interior windows are included. Get the property manager's checklist and match the quote to it line by line.
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Prices refresh quarterly. Last review: Aug 14, 2026.