One of the most common questions we get asked at Design My Website is “how much does a website cost in Ireland?” The honest answer is — it depends. The cost of a website varies depending on the size, complexity and features you need. In this guide we break down exactly what you can expect to pay and what you get for your money.
| Website Type | What’s Included | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Basic brochure site | 1–5 pages, contact form, mobile friendly | €500 – €1,500 |
| Business website | 5–10 pages, blog, SEO setup, contact forms | €1,500 – €3,000 |
| eCommerce store | Online shop, payment gateway, product pages | €3,000 – €6,000 |
| Custom build | Bespoke functionality, integrations, large sites | €6,000+ |
At Design My Website we offer websites starting from €500, with payment plans available. Get in touch for a free quote.
Several factors influence how much your website will cost:
Design complexity — A simple clean design costs less than a heavily customised layout with animations and bespoke graphics.
Number of pages — The more pages your site needs, the more time it takes to build.
eCommerce functionality — Adding an online shop significantly increases development time and cost.
Content creation — If you need copywriting or photography as part of the project, this adds to the overall cost.
Ongoing maintenance — Most websites require hosting, security updates and occasional changes. Many agencies including Design My Website offer monthly maintenance packages.
Hosting is a separate cost to the website build. You can expect to pay anywhere from €5 to €50 per month depending on the hosting provider and plan. At Design My Website we include hosting packages starting from €25 per month which covers security, backups and updates.
Website builders like Wix, Squarespace and Shopify are a low-cost option starting from around €15–€30 per month. However they come with limitations — you’re locked into their platform, customisation is restricted and SEO performance is generally weaker than a professionally built website.
A professionally built website gives you full ownership, better performance and a design tailored specifically to your business. For most Irish businesses looking to grow online, the investment in a proper website pays for itself quickly.
A basic business website in Ireland typically costs between €500 and €3,000. eCommerce stores and custom builds cost more, starting from €3,000 upwards.
For a professional business website in Ireland you should budget at least €500–€1,500 for a basic site and €1,500–€3,000 for a fully featured business website. Be cautious of providers offering full websites for under €300 as quality and support are often lacking.
If you’re paying monthly for a website build plus hosting and maintenance, expect to pay between €50 and €200 per month depending on the package.
Most web designers in Ireland charge between €50 and €150 per hour. At Design My Website we prefer to quote per project so you know exactly what you’re paying upfront.
A standard business website typically takes 2–4 weeks from start to finish. eCommerce stores and larger projects can take 6–12 weeks.
Yes — your website is often the first impression a potential customer has of your business. A professional website builds trust, ranks better on Google and converts more visitors into customers.
If you’re based in Kerry or anywhere in Ireland and looking for an affordable, professional website, we’d love to help. Check out our web design Kerry page to find out more or contact us today for a free quote. Websites starting from just €500.
Call Tommy on 083 1985 855 or email tommy@designmywebsite.ie
