How much does it cost to build a website in 2025?
The question “How much does it cost to build a website?” remains one of the most frequent questions we receive in RedHost — and not unfairly. In 2025, the need for a modern, fast and functional website is more intense than ever. However, its cost depends on many factors.
Let's analyze them.
What does the price of a website depend on?
The final price is not the same for everyone. It depends on:
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The type of website
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The degree of design and operational complexity
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The content you have or need to create
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The extra services you need (SEO, support, hosting, etc.)
Website types and indicative costs (2025)
| Type of Website | Description | Price (approximate) |
|---|---|---|
| One Page Website | A page with all the information | from 250€ |
| Corporate Website | Multiple pages, service presentation | 600€ – 1.200€ |
| Portfolio / Personal Page | For professionals, freelancers, photographers | from 400€ |
| Blog / Magazine | Dynamic content, articles, categories | €500 – €1,000 |
| Custom Website / Special Features | Custom design or booking systems, forms, CRM | from 1.000€+ |
What role does design play?
Design is the face of your website. You can choose:
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Template Ready: More economical solution, fast implementation.
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Custom UI/UX design: Unique appearance, user experience optimised – but at a higher cost.
A custom design can increase the total cost by +300€ to +1.000€, depending on the level of detail.
SEO, speed and user experience
In 2025, a beautiful website is not enough. They must:
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Loads quickly
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It is mobile-friendly
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Appears on Google
This means that you need:
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SEO-friendly structure and texts
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Technical optimization (speed, caching, schema markup)
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Analytics with Google Analytics and Search Console
If you don't get it right from the start, you'll need it. additional costs for ex-post improvements.
What else do you need to calculate?
Some costs are recurring or "hidden" for many:
Domain name (e.g. redhost.gr): ~20€/year
Web Hosting (hosting): 60€ – 150€/year
SSL Certificate: Often free, otherwise ~20€/year
Maintenance / Backups / Updates: 30€ – 50€/month
Create content: If you don't have ready-made texts or photos
How to budget properly
Ask yourself:
Do I want a basic presence or a strategic outreach tool?
Do I have material ready or do I need support?
Do I just want to "exist" online or conquer my market?
The answer determines your budget.
Conclusion
The cost of building a website in 2025 can range from 250€ to 3,000€+, according to your needs. But remember:
Your website is an investment, not an expense.
With the right team next to you, such as RedHost, you can have a professional site that performs.
Do you want an offer for your website?
At RedHost we offer cost estimation free of charge depending on the real needs of your business.
⁇ Request a quote Get started today and get it right!