Apartment Painting Costs Overview

Understand pricing factors to plan your painting project effectively and achieve a quality finish within budget.
Room Size and Surface Area
Room Size and Surface Area

Larger apartments require more paint and labor, increasing costs.

Paint Quality and Finish
Paint Quality and Finish

Higher quality paints and specialty finishes tend to be more expensive.

Interior Details and Obstacles
Interior Details and Obstacles

Complex layouts, trims, and fixtures can add to labor time and costs.

FactorAverage Cost Range
Small apartment (1-2 rooms)$1,000 - $2,500
Medium apartment (3-4 rooms)$2,500 - $4,500
Large apartment (5+ rooms)$4,500 - $8,000
Paint quality (standard vs premium)$200 - $1,000 extra
Interior complexity$500 - $2,000 additional
Labor costs$0.50 - $2.00 per square foot
Preparation work$300 - $1,000
Number of coatsAdditional $200 - $600
Interior Wall Preparation
Interior Wall Preparation

Surface cleaning, patching, and sanding to ensure a smooth finish.

Trim and Molding Painting
Trim and Molding Painting

Additional costs for detailed woodwork and decorative elements.

Ceiling and Accent Walls
Ceiling and Accent Walls

Specialized painting techniques and materials for different surfaces.

ServiceAverage Price Range
Basic Interior Painting$1,000 - $3,000
Premium Wall Finishes$3,000 - $6,000
Ceiling Painting$500 - $1,500
Trim and Molding Painting$600 - $2,000
Accent Wall Painting$300 - $800
Wallpaper Removal and Painting$1,200 - $3,000
Textured Wall Application$1,000 - $4,000
Color Consultation$200 - $600
Surface Repair and Patching$300 - $1,200
Multiple Coats Application$200 - $600

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