A practical apartment turnover cleaning checklist for Minneapolis property managers, landlords, and leasing teams preparing vacant units for move-in.
Start with access and condition
Before a cleaner is scheduled, confirm the unit number, lockbox or key process, parking, trash location, elevator rules, and whether water and electricity are on. Most turnover delays happen because the cleaner cannot get in, cannot park, or finds a unit in a different condition than expected.
For Minneapolis apartment turns, photos help a lot. Send quick photos of the kitchen, bathrooms, floors, appliance interiors, and any leftover items so the quote can match the actual work.
- Unit number and access instructions
- Parking and building entry notes
- Trash room or dumpster location
- Photos of kitchens, bathrooms, floors, and appliances
- Deadline for showing, inspection, or move-in
Kitchen turnover checklist
The kitchen usually decides whether a vacant unit feels ready. Focus on visible food residue, cabinets, appliance fronts, sinks, fixtures, counters, and floors.
- Clean counters, sink, faucet, backsplash, and cabinet fronts
- Wipe inside empty cabinets and drawers
- Clean appliance exteriors and handles
- Detail fridge or oven interiors when requested
- Sweep and mop hard flooring
Bathroom turnover checklist
Bathrooms need a more detailed pass because soap residue, hard-water marks, and hair are easy for new residents to notice during a walkthrough.
- Clean toilets, tubs, showers, sinks, and vanities
- Polish mirrors and visible fixtures
- Remove soap residue and surface buildup
- Wipe cabinet fronts and empty reachable shelves
- Sanitize switches, handles, and high-touch surfaces
Final walkthrough details
After the main clean, the final pass should catch details that leasing teams often hear about later: corners, baseboards, door frames, closet shelves, light switches, and entry areas.
- Vacuum carpets and clean hard floors
- Dust reachable ledges, trim, doors, and closet shelves
- Spot clean visible marks where practical
- Remove light trash when disposal access is available
- Share completion notes or photos when requested
Best next step: send LumiMaid the unit size, move-in deadline, access details, and photos. For repeat properties, build one checklist that can be reused for every turn.
Questions customers ask
Do apartment turns include inside cabinets?
Yes, inside cabinets and drawers can be included when the unit is empty and accessible.
Can turnover cleaning be scheduled for multiple units?
Yes. Multi-unit scheduling is a good fit when the scope, access, and timing are clear.
Do property managers need a walkthrough first?
Photos may be enough for simple units. A walkthrough is better for heavy buildup, repeat service, or larger properties.