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$1,429 – $2,866
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What to expect when hiring painters in Albert Park
How to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
How to choose a good painter in Albert Park
Albert Park has plenty of well-reviewed painters to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Most painters here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical painter has 9 reviews. Of the 413 rated painters within 15 km of Albert Park, 111 have 4.8 stars or more from at least 20 reviews.
SureQuote rankings take both star rating and review count into consideration to ensure you're seeing the best of the bunch. Updated October 2026.
- average rating
- 4.87
- typical reviews
- 9
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 20+
Star rating
79% of painters here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 9 or fewer reviews
How does that compare to other suburbs?
| Suburb | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Albert Park413 painters9 typical reviews | 4.87 | 413 | 9 |
| South Wharf446 painters8 typical reviews | 4.86 | 446 | 8 |
| South Melbourne443 painters9 typical reviews | 4.86 | 443 | 9 |
| Southbank432 painters9 typical reviews | 4.86 | 432 | 9 |
| Middle Park422 painters9 typical reviews | 4.86 | 422 | 9 |
| St Kilda Road Central457 painters9 typical reviews | 4.85 | 457 | 9 |
What painting should cost in Albert Park
Painting in Albert Park usually runs $1,429 – $2,866 for interior painting, and $5,297 – $9,818 for exterior painting.
What you'll pay comes down to the size of the job, the condition of what's being worked on, and the finish you choose. Get a few quotes to see your exact number — it's free.
Things to consider before you book
The local conditions that shape the job, the best time of year to book, and what to sort out before you choose a painter.
Strata Area
Albert Park is predominantly apartments and units — body corporate approval is often needed before external work can start. Check with your owners corporation early in the process.
Body Corp Sign-Off May Be Needed
Albert Park is predominantly apartments and units. Body corporate approval is typically required before painting work affecting common property, shared wiring, or building systems. Check with your owners corporation early — approval can add weeks.
Rental-Heavy Area
A large share of Albert Park properties are rentals. If you're a tenant, check whether your lease requires landlord approval before painting work. For end-of-lease services, book early — demand can be high.
Premium Finishes
Properties in Albert Park typically feature higher-end finishes and fittings. Ask your painting about their experience with premium materials — the right techniques and products make a real difference with quality surfaces.
What's in a good Painting quote?
A good quote spells out how the job is priced and what's covered — labour, materials, prep and clean-up — so you're comparing like for like. Check what each painter's quote covers before you choose.
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- 01Surface prep
Filling, sanding, priming and washing, where the quality lives.
- 02Paint brand and coats
The exact product, and how many coats. Standard is two.
- 03Room-by-room scope
Walls, ceilings, skirting, doors and windows, all named.
- 04Exclusions
What's not included, like powder-coated windows or plaster repairs.
- 05Insurance and licence
Public liability and the painter's licence or ABN.
- 06GST-inclusive total
One figure with GST, as Australian Consumer Law requires.
Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.
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What to look for
- Valid state contractor licence or registration displayed on quotes and advertising (where applicable)
- ABN with active GST registration
- Public liability insurance ($5M minimum)
- Master Painters Australia or HIA membership
- White Card (construction induction)
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