Moving out of a rental in Perth involves more costs than most tenants budget for. Getting a realistic picture upfront means no nasty surprises when you're already dealing with the stress of a move.
Removalists
The biggest variable cost. Perth removalist prices depend heavily on the amount of furniture and the distance of the move:
- Small apartment (1–2 bedroom, local move): $300–$600
- House (3–4 bedroom, local move): $600–$1,200
- Long-distance or interstate: $1,500–$5,000+
Book 4+ weeks in advance, especially for month-end moves. Get at least two quotes.
Bond Cleaning
- Studio / 1-bedroom: $250–$350
- 2-bedroom: $320–$470
- 3-bedroom: $400–$600
- 4-bedroom: $520–$720
Carpet Steam Cleaning
If required by your lease: $80–$220 depending on number of rooms. Often discounted when bundled with the bond clean.
Mail Redirection
Australia Post mail redirection: approximately $35 for 3 months, $55 for 6 months, $100 for 12 months. Set this up as early as possible — it takes a few days to activate.
Minor Repairs and Maintenance
Touch-up paint, replacing light globes, filling nail holes, replacing broken fixtures you're responsible for. Budget $50–$200 depending on the property's condition at the end of your tenancy.
Temporary Storage
If there's a gap between moving out and moving into your new place: Perth self-storage typically costs $80–$200/month depending on unit size.
New Property Costs
Your new bond (typically 4 weeks' rent), advance rent, and connection fees for utilities at the new property. These come at the same time as your move-out costs — it's the financial crunch that catches many Perth renters off guard.
Total Realistic Budget
For a typical 3-bedroom Perth rental move:
- Removalists: $700–$1,000
- Bond clean: $400–$600
- Carpet cleaning: $150–$200
- Miscellaneous: $100–$200
- Total: $1,350–$2,000+
Planning for this in advance makes the move significantly less stressful — and ensures you're not cutting corners on the bond clean to save money in the wrong place.
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