Painting an NYC apartment is its own art form: small rooms, tight hallways, furniture with nowhere to go, and neighbors on the other side of every wall. We've built our entire process around working cleanly and efficiently in occupied city apartments.
You get a clear written quote up front, a crew that protects your belongings, and low-VOC paint so you can sleep in your own bed the same night. No surprises, no mess.
What apartment painting includes
- Move and protect furniture; mask floors and fixtures
- Patch nail holes, cracks and dings; sand and spot-prime
- Cut-in and roll walls, ceilings and trim
- Two coats of premium low-VOC paint
- Closets, doors and radiator covers on request
- Same-day clean-up — we haul our own debris
How much does it cost to paint an apartment in NYC?
The biggest cost drivers are square footage, ceiling height, and how much prep and trim work is involved. A simple one-coat refresh costs far less than a repair-heavy repaint with ceilings and trim. We itemize everything so you can see exactly what drives the number and adjust scope if you want.
Painting an occupied apartment, the right way
You don't need to move out. We work room-by-room, seal active zones, and keep walkways clear so daily life keeps moving.
- Plastic containment to keep dust out of living areas
- Low- and zero-VOC paint for same-day occupancy
- Evening and weekend scheduling available
Apartment painting NYC cost
Typical NYC apartment painting ranges, to orient your budget:
| Project | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Studio (walls only) | $1,400 – $3,200 |
| 1-bedroom (walls, ceilings, trim) | $2,800 – $5,500 |
| 2-bedroom full repaint | $4,500 – $9,000 |
| Single room | $550 – $1,500 |
Ranges are for orientation only — we quote your apartment individually after photos or a quick walkthrough. The estimate is free and itemized.
Frequently asked questions
A studio is often one day; a 1–2 bedroom typically takes 2–4 working days including prep and two coats. We confirm timing in your written estimate.
Yes. We move and cover furniture within the apartment and put everything back. For very large pieces we'll agree on a plan in advance.
We offer evening and weekend scheduling where your building allows it, which is ideal for occupied apartments and tight timelines.
We handle patching, crack repair, and skim coating as part of prep. Heavier plaster or water-damage repair is itemized separately so the quote stays transparent.