Manhattan and Brooklyn
Apartment Turnover Services in NYC
Empire Turnover coordinates the work to take an apartment from move-out condition to rent-ready, in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Cleaning, painting, patching, minor repairs, debris removal and lock changes are scoped together, sequenced in the right order, and handled through one point of contact.
- One point of contact for the whole unit
- Written quote before any work starts
- Before-and-after photos when finished

One call. One team. Turnover ready.
Serving Manhattan and Brooklyn
What is an apartment turnover?
An apartment turnover is the work done between one tenant moving out and the next moving in: clearing what was left behind, fixing small damage, patching and painting, and cleaning the unit so it can be shown and leased.
Empire Turnover is a New York City property turnover company that helps landlords and property managers prepare apartments and commercial spaces between tenants. The work only starts once the unit is vacant. For a deeper walkthrough of every stage, read the complete guide to apartment turnover in NYC, or see how it compares in apartment turnover vs. make-ready.
What we handle
Apartment turnover services
Cleaning and deep cleaning
Kitchens inside and out, including cabinets and appliance interiors, plus bathrooms, tile, floors, baseboards, doors, interior windows, sills, closets and light fixtures. See apartment cleaning between tenants.
Painting and touch-ups
Touch-ups where the walls are in good shape, or full room and full unit repaints when the scope calls for it. Trim, doors and closet interiors included when listed. More in painting between tenants.
Patching
Nail holes, dings and minor cracks filled and sanded before paint, on drywall and on older prewar plaster walls.
Minor repairs and fixture replacement
Handyman-level work: worn hardware, outlet and switch covers, and fixtures replaced; doors, cabinets and drawers adjusted; tubs, sinks and counters recaulked.
Junk and debris removal
Items and debris left by the previous occupant cleared out first, so repairs, paint and cleaning can follow.
Lock changes and rekeying
Locks changed or rekeyed between tenants so the next resident starts with keys only they and you control.
Floor cleaning
Hardwood, tile and resilient floors cleaned as part of the final pass. Refinishing or sanding is not included unless confirmed in writing.
Final walkthrough
A last check of the unit against the approved scope before we tell you it is finished. See the final walkthrough definition.
Before-and-after photos
Photo documentation delivered to the owner or manager, useful for remote owners, leasing teams and your own records.
Commercial turnovers
Vacant storefronts and retail units: sales floor, back rooms, restrooms, storefront glass, paint and debris. See commercial turnover services.
Our turnover process
Step 1: Send the unit details
Address or neighborhood, unit type, what needs to be done and your target date. Photos of the current condition help a lot.
Step 2: We review the scope
We ask questions about access, building rules and condition. Larger or less predictable units may need a walkthrough first.
Step 3: You approve a written quote
The quote lists the work included and a proposed schedule. Nothing starts until you approve it.
Step 4: Work is done in sequence
Debris out, repairs, patch, paint, then clean. When it is finished, the property contact is notified and receives before-and-after photos.
Want the detailed version? Read how it works, or use the apartment turnover checklist for NYC landlords to prepare.

Turnover services for NYC landlords
If you own a brownstone, a small walk-up or a single condo unit, you probably do not have a vendor list on call. One request covers the cleaning, painting, small repairs and lock change, and we coordinate keys or lockbox access with you or your super. Learn more about turnover services for landlords.
Turnover services for property managers
Management companies need the same scope delivered the same way on every unit, plus building logistics like elevator reservations and the certificate of insurance many managing agents require. See property management turnover services and multifamily turnover services.
How quickly can an apartment be turned?
It depends on the unit condition, the scope, building access and our availability. A lightly used unit that only needs cleaning and touch-ups is usually much quicker than one needing full repaints and repairs.
Faster timelines may be possible for some jobs, subject to availability and project scope. What slows units down most is usually waiting: on keys, on an elevator reservation, or on the next vendor. Your quote includes a proposed schedule. For the factors in detail, read how long it takes to turn over an apartment in NYC.
What determines apartment turnover cost?
Cost depends on the size and condition of the unit and on the scope: how much cleaning, whether it is touch-ups or a full repaint, how many repairs, and how much debris is left. Every quote is based on the actual space.
What affects a quote
For a fuller explanation, see how much an apartment turnover costs in NYC.
Why consolidating vendors matters
When the cleaner, painter, handyman and locksmith are booked separately, each one waits on the last, and every handoff is another call, another key exchange and another chance for work to be done out of order. One team scoping and sequencing the whole unit removes those gaps and gives you one person to ask for status.
Weighing the options? Read one turnover company vs. multiple vendors.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does an apartment turnover include?
Whatever the approved scope lists, usually some mix of debris removal, minor repairs, patching, painting, deep cleaning and a lock change, followed by a final check and before-and-after photos.
How long does an apartment turnover take?
It depends on condition, scope, access and availability, so we give a proposed schedule with each quote rather than a fixed promise. See how long an apartment turnover takes.
How much does apartment turnover cost in NYC?
There is no flat price. Each quote is based on the actual unit and scope. The main cost drivers are explained in apartment turnover cost in NYC.
Can one company handle cleaning, painting and repairs?
Yes. Cleaning, painting, patching and handyman-level repairs are all part of our turnover work, coordinated by one point of contact. Licensed trade work is only included when confirmed in writing.
Do you work with individual landlords?
Yes, including brownstone, small building and condo unit owners. See turnover services for landlords.
Do you work with property management companies?
Yes. See property management turnover services for how we handle building logistics and standardized scopes.
Can you handle multiple apartment turnovers?
Yes. Capacity for multiple units is discussed during scoping and depends on availability, timing and scope. See multifamily turnover services.
Do you service commercial spaces?
Yes, vacant retail and commercial spaces in Manhattan and Brooklyn. See commercial turnover services.
How do I request a turnover quote?
Use the quote request form or call our team. We review the details and follow up with questions or a written quote.
What information should I send for a quote?
The address or neighborhood, unit type and size, the work you think is needed, your target date, and access details. Photos of each room help us quote accurately.
Landlord resources
Guides for this kind of turnover
Apartment Turnovers11 min read
The Complete Guide to Apartment Turnover in NYC
What an NYC apartment turnover involves, from move-out inspection to rent-ready handoff: sequence, timing factors, vendors, and a landlord's checklist.
Read the guideApartment Turnovers5 min read
How Much Does an Apartment Turnover Cost in NYC?
Why there is no single price for an NYC apartment turnover, which factors drive cost, which costs get overlooked, and how to get an accurate quote.
Read the guideApartment Turnovers6 min read
How Long Does It Take to Turn Over an Apartment in NYC?
What sets the timeline for an NYC apartment turnover: cleaning, paint drying, patching, repairs, parts, building access, and vendor handoffs.
Read the guideLandlord Guides7 min read
Apartment Turnover Checklist for NYC Landlords
A printable, room-by-room apartment turnover checklist for NYC landlords and supers, from move-out day to the new tenant handoff.
Read the guide
Have a Unit Turning Over? Talk to Our Team
Send the unit details and a few photos. We will review the scope and come back with questions or a written quote. One call. One team. Turnover ready.
Or talk to our team: 212-991-9809
