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A spacious, industrial-style room with a polished concrete floor and exposed brick walls, featuring overhead lighting and a large garage door at one end.
from$100/hr
Inner City Dream Space SPEAKTV STUDIOS

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(5)
Venue capacity icon35

Warehouse

...secure film production warehouse. Also offering individual rooms for meetings, castings, and small events. The facility is totaling 7,000 sq ft. Located 1 minute from the Dan Ryan Expressway in the East Englewood Community. *There is No Heating in this space during Fall/Winter months...
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A photographer captures a model posing next to two sports cars in an auto shop.
from$200/hr
Fully Functional Auto Shop

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(4)
Venue capacity icon100

Auto Shop

...auto maintenance videos? Need natural lighting in an industrial setting? Fully equipped auto shop with lounge, great space for instructional videos, short films, and photoshoots. Approx 4,200 sf of flexible open garage space. Only 10 minutes from downtown and 1mi from Sox Park. Includes...
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Art Studio in South Side Image in South Side, Chicago, IL
from$80/hr
Art Studio in South Side

South Side, Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon50

Art Studio

The best suited for intimate performances, rehearsal for performance, corporate events, parties and other creative projects. The space features double-doors that open up to an over 1000 square-foot rectangular room. This room also features 2 large mobile walls that can be positioned anywhere in the...
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A living room with blue curtains, a round chair, a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a white rug.
from$30/hr
Urban Southside Cozy Apartment

South Side, Chicago, IL

4.9(12)
Venue capacity icon20

Apartment

Our aesthetically pleasing and cozy 1 bedroom apartment is perfect for your next small event or creative project! Within our 500 sq. ft space, we offer a vibrant swanky living room area, complete with a plush sofa set, sleek coffee table and Instagram-worthy fireplace along...
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Bright and Spacious Bridgeport Studio Image in South Side, Chicago, IL
from$75/hr
Bright and Spacious Bridgeport Studio

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(395)
Venue capacity icon15

Photo Studio

Fantastic natural light studio located in the Bridgeport neighborhood. 1,185 sqft space with 13 ft ceilings and large windows facing south. Full functioning HVAC system. Sheer and Blackout curtains give you full lighting control. Follow us at @slatestudioschicago for updates, tips, and projects created in...
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An empty event space with rows of black chairs facing a red table set up on a stage, accompanied by hanging light fixtures and exposed brick walls.
from$75/hr
Artistic and Industrial style loft

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon5

Film / Photo Loft

...the heart of the vibrant Woodlawn and Hyde Park neighborhoods with the Experimental Station – a hidden gem for your next photo or film shoot! 📸 Unique Loft Space: Step into our expansive loft space, offering an impressive 30x50-foot footprint with soaring 20-foot ceilings. This...
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A living room featuring a gray sectional couch, a piano, and a window archway.
from$90/hr
Chicago Southside Beauty

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon25

Residence

Enjoy this spacious well appointed home space for your next project, meeting or event. The layout is comfortable and decor is divine. The living room is comfy, with minimalism attributes. The dining room can be the perfect party place or double as conference or workspace...
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The classroom features rows of desks and chairs, a large chalkboard, a clock on the wall, and windows letting in natural light.
from$50/hr
CLASS IS IN SESSION!

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(3)
Venue capacity icon30

Set for Photos / Films

...Modern Classroom", a film production setting for artists and videographers. Located next to the Dan Ryan Expressway neighboring Chicago's Englewood community. *NO Heating during Fall/Winter months. Please bring extra layers and dress warm. Whether it's elementary, high school, or collegiate level, this space...
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A dining room features a wooden table surrounded by chairs, large windows with sheer curtains, and a sideboard, with an adjoining hallway visible.
from$75/hr
Chicago Content House

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon20

Photo Studio

...heights. But that's not all - we've thoughtfully added a stainless steel table, creating an island that's tailor-made for filming captivating cooking content, all while engaging directly with your audience. For your comfort and convenience, we've adorned this space with spacious...
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A modern interior space featuring a black car, a large abstract artwork on the wall, a sculpture, and a staircase with illuminated steps.
from$400/hr
Modern Minimalist Stunning Studio | Perfect for Film/Photo Productions

South Side, Chicago, IL

4.9(70)
Venue capacity icon10

Film / Photo Loft

...studio is located near McKinley Park and available for a wide range of production projects. We are open to hosting photo shoots, film shoots, commercials, filmed interviews, promo videos, apparel shoots, product shoots, and more! This rental is for the first floor of our...
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Studio with Natural light cyclorama 2300 sq space with 13 ft ceilings Photo|Video, events , classes studio Image in South Side, Chicago, IL
from$105/hr
Studio with Natural light cyclorama 2300 sq space with 13 ft ceilings Photo|Video, events , classes studio

South Side, Chicago, IL

4.8(12)
Venue capacity icon30

Photo / Video Studio

...large selection of areas: ⁃ Cyclorama zone 19x15 ⁃ Bed area ⁃ Bathroom area ⁃ An area with the ability to create a custom background on film using spray cans ⁃ Multi-colored fabric background area ⁃ Multi-colored paper background area Our studio has an incredible designer wardrobe. Our large...
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A well-equipped gym with various exercise machines, including treadmills and weight machines, under bright lighting and a ceiling fan.
from$200/hr
Private Boutique Gym Near Midway

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon15

Gym

...Brand New PRIVATE Training Facility available for Fitness Influencers, Trainers and enthusiast. Film your Fitness content here, host private training sessions and Group training. 3 separate training rooms equipped with brand new State of the Art equipment. Peloton bikes and peloton treadmills, Rouge Powerlifting equipment...
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A modern kitchen with light wood cabinetry, a large island with a stovetop, and an open layout leading into a dining area with upholstered chairs.
from$75/hr
Mid-Century Modern House with Designer Flare

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(19)
Venue capacity icon40

House for Guests

...Limitless option in this chic GREYSTONE event space in the Heart of historic Washington Park. Whether hosting an off-site business meeting, filming your next podcast or even planning an amazing Birthday Dinner or Graduation Party , theGrandeur Estates at the Park has got you covered...
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A living room with two gray sofas, a stone fireplace, a coffee table, and a light-colored chair in the corner.
from$150/hr
Spacious Near South Side Duplex with Deck

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(5)
Venue capacity icon40

Duplex

Don't miss out on the opportunity to shoot your next project or host a small gathering! The duplex is a great venue for small gatherings, photoshoots and movie/video productions. Free street parking, rooftop deck and ample space inside for social distancing. Fully furnished with appliances...
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The One & Only Vintage Unit wBalcony & Parking Image in South Side, Chicago, IL
from$75/hr
The One & Only Vintage Unit wBalcony & Parking

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(5)
Venue capacity icon4

Apartment

The apartment has a ton of natural light throughout, mainly by the dining area, and some indirect light in the living room as it has north-facing windows. The space has been used for concept and fashion photo shooting, as well as video recording and meetings...
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A living room with exposed brick walls, a light-colored sofa, a modern chair, and large windows with shades.
from$100/hr
Historic Rowhouse with Exposed Brick and Tons of Natural Light

South Side, Chicago, IL

4.0(1)
Venue capacity icon25

Row House

...Beautiful Historic Rowhouse Lots of Natural Light Open Concept Design Minimalist Appeal Perfect for Photoshoots Great for Filming Historic Charm Safe Neighborhood Unique One of a Kind Home is located within a National Monument as Part of The US National Park Service Walking Distance to...
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A spacious, empty room with large windows casting golden light onto the walls and floor.
from$100/hr
South Facing Windows

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(162)
Venue capacity icon50

Photo Studio

South Facing Windows. Beautiful natural light studio located in the historic Spiegel headquarters building in Bridgeport. 2,330 sqft space with 13 ft ceilings and beautiful south facing windows. Perfect for photoshoots, video production, conferencing and more. Open layout for you to utilize the space for your needs. 2...
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A modern living room features a navy blue sofa and chairs, a patterned rug, large windows with light curtains, and a green cactus mural in the background.
from$85/hr
Southside Apartment with Large Common Area & Kitchen

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(12)
Venue capacity icon20

Apartment Home

A great space to host workshops, conference meetings and smaller get-togethers. Full kitchen, perfect for hosting meals and snacks. Furniture in main area is moveable with the option to have a larger open area. There are two bedrooms that can be available to store decorations...
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An empty room with a large window and a backdrop setup for photography.
from$75/hr
Bridgeport natural light photo studio

South Side, Chicago, IL

4.7(3)
Venue capacity icon15

Photo / Video Studio

Located inside a newly renovated warehouse, the studio has 12 ft ceilings, polished concrete flooring throughout, and great natural light/views. Perfect for portrait sessions, brand and lifestyle shoots, editorials, and small video shoots. Large elevators provide easy load in/out...
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A living room with a white sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a dining area visible in the background.
from$65/hr
Chicago's Vintage Greystones Built in 1905 - Production

South Side, Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon10

House

About this space Enjoy one of Chicago's vintage greystones built in 1905, recently remodeled with beautiful hardwood flooring, recess lights, stainless steel appliances and more. This unit is beautifully furnished and designed for your comfort. The space This space is located in Woodlawn a beautiful...
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The scene features a cozy café with wooden tables and chairs, illuminated by hanging light bulbs, and a bookshelf filled with books against a brick wall.
from$110/hr
Cozy Brick Coffee Shop and Bookstore

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(20)
Venue capacity icon50

Bookstore

Hello! By day we're a coffee shop and bookstore on the South Side of Chicago. Tucked away in an idyllic brick building, Build's indoor space and outdoor patio are ideal for meetings, parties, workshops, performances, screenings, and summer BBQs, and more. In total, there is...
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The scene features a bright pink velvet sofa with black and white checkered pillows, positioned next to a glass table and a toy car on a matching pink rug in a room decorated with pink walls and framed photos.
from$100/hr
Boss Barbie’s Dreamhouse

South Side, Chicago, IL

4.9(30)
Venue capacity icon15

House

...our Kitchen is Pink! Everything in our living room is also Pink! This space is available for: - photo/film shoots - content creation - vlogging - film shoots - commercials - etc Please reach out if you have any questions or are interested. We look forward to working with you and...
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A spacious room with blue lighting, a glossy floor, and a seamless backdrop.
from$100/hr
Year 2139 Corp

South Side, Chicago, IL

4.9(36)
Venue capacity icon10

Photo / Video Studio

Year 2139 Corp. Good for photo / video, comes with cyc wall, faux greenery wall, & seamless backdrops (extra cost), clothes rack also available. Window shades to control natural light. Dressing Room included (Vanity area, with full body mirror, a place to hang clothes, and a place to...
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A spacious interior with tables and chairs on one side, a reception desk on the other, and a green accent wall separating the two areas.
from$30/hr
Urban work space with conference room

South Side, Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon30

Co-working Space Meeting Room

Looking for a versatile and well-equipped space for your next meeting, production, or small event on the south side of Chicago? Look no further than our modern and functional conference room and common area! The conference room is perfect for quick meetings or training sessions...
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A spacious, well-lit living area featuring wooden flooring, a dining table, and a mix of modern and vintage furnishings.
from$70/hr
Curated Southside Oasis

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(5)
Venue capacity icon30

Apartment

Amazing 3 bdrm/1 bth open concept. Located in the historical southside Bronzeville area. Each room has been curated with a simple eclectic vibe. With over 1300 sq ft of space you can see straight back to the end of the house. Great lighting but even...
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A photography studio featuring a white backdrop, lighting equipment, and a red couch in a modern, industrial space.
from$100/hr
Spacious Chicago photo and film studio/loft

South Side, Chicago, IL

4.8(46)
Venue capacity icon20

Film / Photo Loft

...Wall Rates: Cyc Wall Only - $95/hr Entire Space - $200/hr Rates excluding Cyc Wall: Paper Backdrop (Excluding Cyc Wall) - $75/hr Open Area (for film, natural light photography, classes/workshops, etc) - $75/hr Entire Space (Excluding Cyc Wall) - $150/hr Great space for photography and film. There is a total...
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Charming Apartment near Hyde Park Image in South Side, Chicago, IL
from$75/hr
Charming Apartment near Hyde Park

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon15

Apartment Home

...comfortable living area, it’s great for both relaxing and working.Whether you'e looking fora place to host a workshop or film content , this location fits the bill. Book your stay and experience the perfect balance of comfort, convenience, and charm...
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A brick building with large windows, featuring a sign that reads "THEE BEAUTY BAR."
from$200/hr
Unique, Modern Event Space in Hyde Park

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(6)
Venue capacity icon60

Cafe

This beautifully designed space is perfect for music events, birthday parties, meetings, baby/bridal showers, book signings and more. This space comes fully equipped with a stage, projector, PA system, and cafe/bar seating. Plus, we have staff on-site and drink packages. The space is housed within...
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A photography studio setup with colorful lighting, a backdrop, and a monitor displaying a website.
from$60/hr
Lite Wurks Chicago

South Side, Chicago, IL

4.9(27)
Venue capacity icon10

Photo / Video Studio

Lite Wurks Chicago. Chicago's beautifully curated space meant to make our guests feel welcomed and right at home. The studio is split into two sections, an intimate open space in the front and a cozy "lounge/control room" with a portable monitor display and attached laptop stand in the...
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A large wooden dining table with black chairs is situated in a well-lit room, adjacent to an open doorway leading to another part of the house.
from$62/hr
Large Vintage Apartment near South Shore Cultural Center

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon25

Apartment

Vintage 2 bedroom, 2 bath apartment, with hardwood floors in South Shore. Large unit (approx. 1600 sq. ft.) with central air. Features a separate dining room, sunroom, office, storage room, ceramic tile baths, jacuzzi tub, kitchen with dishwasher, stove and microwave. This is a first...
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An empty bar area with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with bar stools, and large windows letting in natural light.
from$50/hr
THE LOUNGE FOR LEAPS AND BOUNDS

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(5)
Venue capacity icon40

Production Set

...The Restaurant and Bar film set is our newest addition to the studio. It comes with themed wall decor, and tons of natural lighting. A stage area is present with overhead LED selections. The table and bar area may hold up to thirty five people...
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A spacious living area with hardwood floors, a central coffee table, and four chairs arranged around it, all set in front of large windows that provide natural light.
from$65/hr
Contemporary Bronzeville House

South Side, Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon25

House

Modern style grey-stone home The following activities are: Small conference calls, Business Meetings, interviews, small gathering(s), book club meetings...
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A wooden dock extends over a calm river, reflecting trees and a building on the opposite bank.
from$35/hr
Amazing Bridgeport Photography Studio Inside Stunning Museum

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(37)
Venue capacity icon5

Photo Studio

Photography studio that’s located in the Bridgeport neighborhood of Chicago, IL. Free on site parking in rear of building and easily accessible via Public Transportation...
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Savage Frame Studio Image in South Side, Chicago, IL
from$75/hr
Savage Frame Studio

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(131)
Venue capacity icon5

Daylight Studio

Savage Frame Studio. Welcome to our daylight photography studio located in the heart of Chicago. Our spacious and modern studio is the perfect location for your next photoshoot. The studio is flooded with natural light, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere for your models to feel comfortable and...
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A sparse room with a bunk bed on one side, a single empty bed on the floor, a toilet in the corner, and a gray storage unit against the wall.
from$75/hr
Jail and Prison Facility

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon18

Film Studio

...Our Prison/Jail unit has all of the essentials. The look of solitary confinement. Interior ceiling light, and sliding bars. Ideal for cinematic films, movies, videos, and documentaries. It is located on the 2nd floor of our complex. *There is no heating inside of jail unit...
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A spacious, well-lit living area with large windows, wooden flooring, and various plants, furniture arranged around a central table.
from$400/hr
Bright and Spacious Inner City Loft

South Side, Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon50

Event Studio

Our venue is filled with great natural light perfect for Production and Creative photoshoots. The space has a calming and quiet environment for Health and Wellness gatherings (ex. meditation circles, sound baths). We offer large tables that can transform the space into a Communal Dining...
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Reviews for filming locations

Artisstayilling T.
Cyclorama studio Bushwick AnX
Always a great space to film
Khariya M.
Vintage 1950's Aesthetic Bedstuy Apartment
Beautiful space , great for film and shoots . The aura and the history is beautiful setting a nice aesthetic
Palma D.
1920’s Historic Home
Bethany was very communicative and helpful. The location was really nice and comfortable to film in
Sam M.
Multi-Cam Full Production House - Photo/Video Studio - Equip. Included! E.Williamsburg
Danny was very responsive and helpful and helped me get this request turned around in 1 day! The team had no trouble finding and filming the space and had everything we needed for a seamless shoot. We would happily shoot here again! Thanks Danny...
Jomil N.
4-Set Urban Studio | Infinity Cube | 360° Black | Industrial Loft | Backdrop
Great location to film in
Angela P.
Modern, industrial home
Josh are also Absolutely Amazing. This home is huge and very beautiful. Sarah and Josh treated me and my guest very nice. We enjoyed filming there and highly recommend there home for bookings...
Veteos I.
Soulful Bungalow designed by Beck Interiors
Lovely space to film in and very easy to work with
Landen G.
IE's Hidden Jewel | Recording Studio
One of the coolest and chillest spaces you can find in the IE. I had a group of people over—we were able to film comfortably and also had plenty of space and time to just connect as humans. The host managing the space was super easy to work with...
Amanda G.
Luxury Beachfront Home
Really amazing space and host!! So many looks and options to film. The host was very helpful and had mats and productions support items. Thanks...
Matthew S.
Photo Studio w/ Equipment Included In WeHo
Really cool and easily accessible space. It worked perfectly for what I needed, which was to film an interview for a documentary. Dennis (the host) was very easy to work with and responsive to messages. I will definitely book here again...
Hayden5 P.
Incredible Furnished Two-Story Architectural Loft in Prime West Hollywood
Sanch was super helpful and responsive in the pre-pro leading up to filming. Great host + space
Morgana Y.
Colorful Y2K dreamy salon
Soooo happy with our experience filming here! Jess was amazing, super accommodating and so sweet! The space is amazing and the neighborhood is very chill in regards to filming. We had the best experience ever and look forward to shooting here again one day...
Birgit B.
Beautiful Vintage Inspired Brooklyn Studio with tons of Profoto gear included!
This was my first time in this space, but I have used other studios by film by two before and as expected, the experience was great. The studio had everything I needed and Moamen provided all necessary info and instructions ahead of time. My model felt comfortable in the space...
Sara J.
Long Island City Industrial Loft Studio with Natural Light
We had a very good experience shooting our short film at Chris' studio. We had a lot of pages to shoot but were able to finish ahead of time. Chris acted like he was part of the team. Communication was prompt, and he was very accommodating and let us scout...
Torrey M.
Spacious Modern DTLA Loft With Lots Of Natural Light & Stunning Views (NEW ADDITIONAL SPACE ADDED)
What a vibey space. The furniture is super photogenic. I will say darker mid day than anticipated. If you shoot film like I do and want to stick to natural light pack some Portra 800. 400 was useable but just barely. But great space overall...
Brooke L.
Bright studio space in vibrant Fremont
accommodating. The space checked all the boxes for a smooth and successful production. I would rent again and recommend to anyone needing a reliable, film-friendly location...
Justin W.
Music Row Podcast Studio and Vocal Room - The Hideout
as advertised — clean, professional, and just like the listing. Even though it's a podcast studio, I used the space to record a short film, and the host made sure everything was set up perfectly. He even emailed the final audio to me afterward, and everything went smoothly. Great experience...
Ahmad B.
The bohemian loft
shoot a short series and and will give this place 100% of 100% due it's vibes that really fits the scenes and the film story and 100% I will book agian and agian...
Eduardo G.
Exterior Boardroom in an Upscale Workplace
shoot. Has almost become my go to in Maryland. Friendly and welcoming staff that is on top of communication. Thanks again for letting us film in your space...
Roman C.
Awesome Pre-Lit 3-Wall White Cyc (Cyclorama) Film, Photo, Video Studio, Air Conditioned!
to use space. Plenty of room and parking, complete with a nice staging area. Several C-stands were available on-site. Looking forward to filming here again...

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