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Move-Out Net Cost Calculator
Moving out has its own cost profile: you may or may not get your full deposit back, you pay movers, possibly professional cleaning, repair damages, and any break fee if leaving early. This calculator produces the net cash position at move-out.
Net cash at move-out
$800
Additional cash needed for new place
$3,700
Deposit returned (after deductions)
$1,650
Total deductions from deposit
$550
Out-of-pocket costs (movers, cleaning, fees)
$850
How the math works
$2,200 deposit − $550 deductions = $1,650 returned. Minus $850 movers − $200 own cleaning = $600 net cash back. Not enough for $4,500 new-place move-in cost — need $3,900 more on hand.
Check out spotless, photograph every room, submit written move-out notice on the required schedule, and request deposit within the statutory window. Disputes go small-claims in most states; $50 filing fee beats eating a $500 unfair deduction.
How to Use
- Enter original security deposit and expected deductions (cleaning, repairs, rent).
- Add movers, professional cleaning cost if paid directly, and any break fee.
- See net position — negative means out of pocket, positive means cash back.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can landlords legally deduct?
Unpaid rent, physical damage beyond normal wear, unpaid utility bills, cleaning if unit is left unclean. NOT deductible: normal wear, minor dirt, painting required for new tenant (unless lease explicitly says).
How long to get deposit back?
State-specific. Common: 14-30 days with itemized statement of deductions. Some states: 45 days. If landlord misses the deadline or fails to itemize, many states allow double or triple damages to the tenant.
Movers cost roughly?
Studio/1BR local: $400-$900. 2BR local: $800-$1,500. 3BR+ local: $1,500-$3,000. Long-distance: $2,500-$10K+. Charge-backs: stair fee, long carry fee, bulky item fee. Get written quote.
Professional cleaning before moving out?
$150-$400 for a 1-2BR deep clean. Often cheaper than having landlord hire one and deduct from deposit. Keep receipt for proof if landlord tries to charge more.
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