A very common query is how much does it cost to renovate or build a house in Ireland. This can be area dependent and of course required standard dependent. It is always best to seek professional advice from experienced builders and surveyors.
We came across some interesting information from the website ‘Online tradesman’ which breaks down some of the costs involved to give you a taste of what you might expect.
Link to their article, click here.
A quick breakdown is below, for full details please see their article.
To build a new House with standard fixtures and fittings:
| House Size | Small (90 sqm) | Medium (120 sqm) | Large (200 sqm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price Range (ex-Vat) | €250,000 – €360,000 | €375,000 – €480,000 | €550,000 – €800,000 |
| Average Price (ex-Vat) | €305,000 | €427,500 | €675,000 |
House extensions:
| Extension Size | Small (20 sqm) | Medium (30 sqm) | Large (50 sqm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price Range (ex-Vat) | €50,000 – €80,000 | €60,000 – €90,000 | €110,000 – €150,000 |
| Average Price (ex-Vat) | €65,000 | €75,000 | €130,000 |
Home improvements – Kitchens, bathrooms, Attic:
| Building Service | Price Range |
|---|---|
| Bathroom Extension (including groundwork) | €2,000 – €3,000 per sqm |
| Kitchen Extension (including groundwork) | €2,500 – €3,500 per sqm |
| Garage Conversion | €2,000 – €2,500 per sqm |
| Attic Conversion without Dormer (20 sqm) | €12,000 – €15,500 |
| Porch Extension | €2,000 – €4,000 per sqm |
| Internal Wall Removal (non-load bearing) | €1,200 – €2,250 |
| Internal Wall Removal (load bearing) | €2,250 – €4,500 |
