Property Managers · 2026 Cost Guide
What does a unit turnover cost?
A standard make-ready for a 1–2 bedroom unit in our service areas usually lands in the range below. Heavier turnovers with flooring replacement or damage repair cost more, and every day the unit sits empty adds lost rent on top.
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Light turnover (paint touch-up, cleaning, minor fixes) | $600 – $1,200 |
| Standard 1–2 BR make-ready | $1,200 – $2,800 |
| Heavy turnover (flooring + full repaint) | $3,000 – $6,500 |
| Lost rent per vacant day ($1,650/mo rent) | about $55 / day |
Ranges reflect typical labor and standard materials in Chicago Metro and Dallas–Fort Worth. Your exact price is confirmed in a free written estimate.
What a standard make-ready includes
- Patch, prime and paint walls; touch up trim and doors.
- Replace damaged blinds, outlet covers, bulbs and hardware.
- Fix faucets, toilets and caulking; test smoke and CO detectors.
- Before/after photos for the move-in condition report.
How to cut turnover time
- Schedule the turnover vendor before the tenant moves out.
- Use one vendor for all trades instead of coordinating several.
- Keep standard paint colors and fixtures across your portfolio.
- Track every unit's status in one place so nothing stalls.
Get an exact price
Use the instant estimate for a quick range, or request a free written estimate.