How much money would I save if I lived in one of Ireland's cheapest towns?

"There are cheaper rents to be found in Roscommon, Monaghan, Donegal, Leitrim and Cavan. But what about day-to-day costs? It's no secret that Dublin is an expensive place to live. In fact, a 2025 report by Tradingpedia found that it's the fifth most expensive capital city in Europe. But what about the other towns across Ireland? Where can you eke out a cheaper way of life, spending less on everything from your morning coffee to your yoga class?"

"Perhaps the most accessible indicator of the cost of living is accommodation. From a cursory sweep of the internet on a midweek day in January, I found a three-bedroom house in Fermanagh for €803 per month, a Mayo two-bedroom apartment for €1,213 per month, and a Westmeath one-bedroom studio for €850 per month, to spotlight a few."

Housing and everyday expenses vary substantially across Ireland, with noticeably cheaper rents available in counties such as Roscommon, Monaghan, Donegal, Leitrim and Cavan. Dublin ranks among Europe’s most expensive capitals, with a 2025 Tradingpedia report placing it fifth most expensive. Many smaller towns offer opportunities to reduce day-to-day spending on items from coffee to leisure classes. Accommodation provides a clear indicator of regional cost differences, with example listings including a three-bedroom in Fermanagh for €803, a Mayo two-bedroom for €1,213, and a Westmeath studio for €850 per month, illustrating potential savings outside Dublin.

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