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A dimly lit modern apartment features a blue-tinted sofa, a small table with fruit, and a view of a city skyline through large windows.
from$25/hr
Luxury Podcast and Content Studio

Uptown, Chicago, IL

4.8(4)
Venue capacity icon8

Workspace

Ideal for creative professionals. This versatile space is perfect for video shoots, photoshoots, and meetings. The studio features a comfortable bed, stylish couch, and a dedicated recording setup. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen and a full bathroom, ensuring convenience during extended sessions. Located in a...
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A long wooden table with eight black chairs is set in a room with bookshelves and a large wall-mounted screen.
from$75/hr
Quiet Cozy Andersonville Library

Uptown, Chicago, IL

4.8(18)
Venue capacity icon12

Library

Our Library is a blend of marble, reclaimed wood and iron, impressive book cases, old word billiards lighting and expansive 10' foot custom table creating a warm backdrop for a variety of events. This versatile space is the ideal venue for your next intimate dinner...
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Uptown Chicago, Upscale Restaurant, high-end dinner parties. Image in Uptown, Chicago, IL
from$500/hr
Uptown Chicago, Upscale Restaurant, high-end dinner parties.

Uptown, Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon30

Restaurant

...The space transitions well between daytime and evening events, offering flexibility depending on your needs. Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner, filming a scene with cultural flair, or hosting a team celebration, this space delivers an experience that feels both soulful and sophisticated...
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The room features a vibrant orange wall with a triangular artwork above a green stone fireplace, complemented by a blue sectional sofa and a glass coffee table.
from$75/hr
Hammy Wammy

Uptown, Chicago, IL

5.0(195)
Venue capacity icon40

Storefront

Welcome Hammy Wammy Studio and Art Gallery. We are a three-room storefront featuring neon, murals, a stage, and multiple photo/video backdrops. Dressing room, kitchenette, and back garden are also included. Use our conveniently located Uptown/Ravenswood space for your next photo shoot, video production, or small...
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Moody Mid Century Inspired Designer Condo in the Heart of Chicago - a brand content creation dream Image in Uptown, Chicago, IL
from$80/hr
Moody Mid Century Inspired Designer Condo in the Heart of Chicago - a brand content creation dream

Uptown, Chicago, IL

5.0(9)
Venue capacity icon10

Condo

Luxury Mid-Century Modern Kitchen & Living Space in Chicago – Perfect for Content Creators, Influencers & Video Shoots Looking for a high-end, newly remodeled space that’s designed for stunning branded content, professional video shoots, and influencer marketing? This luxury mid-century modern kitchen and living space...
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A photography studio is set up with lighting equipment and a blue couch on a patterned rug against a backdrop, surrounded by various props and furniture.
from$175/hr
Lincoln Square Industrial Studio Space at RP Studio Chicago

Uptown, Chicago, IL

5.0(18)
Venue capacity icon18

Photo Studio

...for rent or bring your own, inquire for current price list. Sofas and other furniture that can be moved or utilized for filming or comfort as needed. Windows on all four sides of the central room bathe the space in natural light. Space is quiet...
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Lovely 1890's greystone by lakefront in Uptown neighborhood with wonderful backyard (rare for area) - unique 2 unit opportunity! Image in Uptown, Chicago, IL
from$175/hr
Lovely 1890's greystone by lakefront in Uptown neighborhood with wonderful backyard (rare for area) - unique 2 unit opportunity!

Uptown, Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon30

Condo

Building is a lovely 1890's greystone that has been rehabbed with a unique opportunity to use both of the units in the building which are distinctive from each other. Building is on quiet, tree-lined street next to a large park and walkable distance to Lake...
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A three-story stone-faced residential building with a front porch is surrounded by flower beds and a small tree.
from$175/hr
Fantatic Rehabbed 1890's Greystone House

Uptown, Chicago, IL

4.8(5)
Venue capacity icon30

House

...living space. Unique production opportunity with both units available to rental, each with distinctive features allowing for huge amount of space an filming opportunities in 1 location. Building is 0.3mile from LakeShore Drive, 0.6mile walk to lakefront path and park, 0.4mile walk...
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An empty room features a staircase, a piano, two light stands, a table with chairs, and a bicycle in the foreground.
from$25/hr
Theatrical Studio Space for screeninsgs, clases, rehearsals

Uptown, Chicago, IL

5.0(4)
Venue capacity icon25

Photography Space

...small fridge, half bath (very old). **Production Uses:** - Film/Video Shoot - Photo Shoots - Commercials - Podcasts - Interviews - Product Shoots - Content Creation - Social Media - Youtube Filming - Tik Tok Videos - Blogging - Movies - Audio Recordings...
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Aesthetic and minimalistic space. Daylight photo studio, fully equipped Image in Uptown, Chicago, IL
from$60/hr
Aesthetic and minimalistic space. Daylight photo studio, fully equipped

Uptown, Chicago, IL

5.0(56)
Venue capacity icon10

Photo Studio

Large photo/video studio with beautiful natural light for rent in Chicago. Black leather sofa, 3 accent chairs, grey sofa, coffee table, decorative lamp, 2 high chairs for photos, paper backgrounds. The studio's ample natural light. Valentines Day Setup. The studio also includes photography equipment and...
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Ravenswood Rehearsal Studio Image in Uptown, Chicago, IL
from$15/hr
Ravenswood Rehearsal Studio

Uptown, Chicago, IL

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon15

Rehearsal Theater Space

Our rehearsal space is 350 sqft square with tons of natural light and is located in a secure building in Ravenswood. Perfect for rehearsing plays, dance rehearsals, recording self tapes, holding auditions, an acting class, etc. Room is approximately 18x18. Room Inventory - Six black...
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Mal 2.
Midnight Cinema Studios
Great Host For Film
Anthony A.
☀️Huge Timber Loft w Exposed Brick & Tons of Light in Chicago
responsive and very communicative and great to cooperate with. The space appears just as advertised and had everything I needed to shoot my short film. She helped in any way she could and made booking this place an easy choice for me...
A. B.
The Old Warehouse
Great spot!! I highly recommend filming here
Zack I.
☀️Huge Timber Loft w Exposed Brick & Tons of Light in Chicago
She is very sweet and hilarious! My kind of host! I'll be back because I have another scene to film. LOL
Dia J.
Midnight Cinema Studios
really great host.. I wasn't able to utilize all of the themed spaces so im looking forward to returning to do more filming.....
Anthony K.
Midnight Cinema Studios
He greeted my team at the door and welcomed us in. I was like a kid in a candy store being inside his awesome film studio! I get to say I filmed my dream music video at Midnight Cinema Studios! Many thanks...
Keri K.
JordanLand HQ | The Ultimate Creative Production & Podcast Space
Jordanland HQ isn’t just a space—it’s an experience. I booked it for a filmed interview with a full production team, and from the moment we walked in, we knew we were somewhere different. The energy, the intention behind the design, the custom pieces—it all adds to...
Cassie L.
☀️Huge Timber Loft w Exposed Brick & Tons of Light in Chicago
shot a couple of scenes of a short film here and Bridget and Ike were extremely helpful starting from very fast responses, flexibility in time changes, and communicating about load-in and parking areas for my crew. The space was GORGEOUS and looked great in the shots we got. Thanks...
Melissa M.
Weekday Daytime Hours
catering. Even though the building is by train tracks we had no trouble recording interview audio (AC was able to be turned off when filming). Would 100% book again, thank you for the great rental experience...
Lana M.
High-end bohemian oasis. Large open floor plan, high ceilings, concrete floors and features.
This space was great for filming. It was spacious and plenty of space for our clients to do work in. The bohemian vibes also really made the location unique...
Kyle N.
Historic Beautiful Brick & Timber Industrial Loft w/ Breath-taking Skyline Views
Bethany was extremely helpful with everything, as she always has been in the past when we've filmed at her space. The space was clean and ready for us to film in and Bethany was very accommodating with all of our needs...
Adrian N.
Discount Space - Meetings, Workshop, Classes, Dance Studio, Art Gallery or Pop Up Retail
Great space to host our callbacks for our short film and the host was very responsive! Would definitely book again
Coyote Sun P.
Rehabbed Chicagoland Apartment in Convenient Fulton Market Location
It is a wonderful space. We used this place for the cast fitting and rehearsals for a film, and it was spacious enough to have 10 people comfortably. The owner was always so quick to respond and with easy street parking, it is located in perfect spot within the City...
Emma P.
Discount Space - Great for Production, Photoshoot, Video Shoot, Dance Studio, Art Studio and Art Gallery
Becky was very kind and communicative. I shot a dance film and the space was great! Fun lighting, mirrors and marley flooring! The space was clean and expansive. Would recommend this space and book again. Thank you Becky...
Alicia S.
📍Huge Apartment w/ Historic Chicago Brick, Tons of Light and Tall Ceilings
Great space for filming
Steve S.
Weekday Daytime Hours
Great space to film an interview. Everyone is so helpful and loading in gear is accessible
Lyrikal T.
The Old Warehouse
Paul was the mannnn 💪💪💪 and this location is incredible, so many ways to film in this hidden gem
Lyrikal T.
Midnight Cinema Studios
Always an amazing place to film
Tobias W.
The Old Warehouse
Paul was SUPER cool. Made sure my party was situated and we had efficient time to film everything we needed. Would definitely recommend and book again...
Spence W.
📍Huge Apartment w/ Historic Chicago Brick, Tons of Light and Tall Ceilings
In my near 20 years as a film worker and filmmaker I don't believe I have ever encountered a homeowner as kind, considerate, as generous or as easy to work with as Bridget. The photos perfectly reflect the look and feel of this beautiful space and responses to my...

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