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Creative Space 13
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area5.0 (9)
15 guests
Creative Space 13. ✔ Space Overview
We have 2 hour Minimum.
We understand that some photographers may only need the space for 1 hour therefor we have a single hour rate of $55 for one hour. Message us if you only need one hour.
Photo Studio Room
Outside space usage Elevator
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$84 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Velvett Studios
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area5.0 (20)
25 guests
Velvett Studios. Welcome to Velvett Photo Studio! Please read before booking:
*Day of booking requests will be at $80/hr*
Myself or an assistant will be on site for all bookings.
This studio is ideal for:
* Photography sessions: portrait, fashion, product, lifestyle
* Video shoots: interviews, reels, and branded content
* Content creation for
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$184 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Milk Bath Studio by Dirty Mermaid Beauty
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area5.0 (30)
6 guests
Milk Bath Studio by Dirty Mermaid Beauty. Welcome to our private, verdant Berkeley garden bath set. An open aire studio, specifically designed for intimate and nature inspired photo shoots. This secluded garden oasis features a vintage 1920's clawfoot bathtub for milk bath photography, romantic greenery and soft natural light ideal for boudoir,
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$328 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Rivertown Creative Studio
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area5.0 (4)
9 guests
Rivertown Creative Studio. Photo Studio for portrait, fashion , commercial or product photography.
Two shooting areas
1) Camera room 18x36' and 11' celings.
a) 3 Stobe lights: Main,Fill light & Hair light.
b) 18 Background choices: High quality Musin & Canvas. Plus some paper backgrounds. Portable Flooring:
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$120 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Studio Rogue
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area4.9 (199)
6 guests
Studio Rogue. This 18'x23' space features white walls and a ceiling measuring around 12.5' high. The space features a make up station and a cyc wall. A copious list of gear comes standard with the rental.
GEAR LIST
3x Flashpoint Evolv ad200 strobes
1x Flashpoint Evolv ad600 Pro strobe
TTL triggers for
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From
$70
/hr
2 hr min
Huddle Cowork
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area4.9 (174)
7 guests
Huddle Cowork. The space is a commercial & lifestyle photo studio located in the
secured historic Belding building in Downtown Stockton.
With roughly 400 sqft, our studio is optimized to meet a wide variety of needs.
Specs and amenities:
6 large North and East facing windows for beautiful natural
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From
$50
/hr
2 hr min
Antique Baby Nursery Room for Bridal, Maternity, Newborn and Floral photography on a Victorian Property in safe neighborhood
Castro Valley, CA4 guests
This is a great room for what I believe you can take the greatest bridal, newborn, child, and maternity shoots. I think floral shoots would be precious here too.
The property is an 1895 classically restored Victorian home in the quiet town of Castro Valley.
This room
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$72 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Antique Baby Nursery Room for Bridal, Maternity, Newborn, Newborn, Floral photography etc on a Victorian Property in quiet East Bay neighborhood
Castro Valley, CA5.0 (1)
6 guests
Exclusive Victorian Home in Castro Valley Available for Photo/ Film / Cos Play/ Content Creation
We are excited to offer our beautifully restored Victorian home in Castro Valley, CA, as an ideal location for your upcoming vintage/antique photoshoots.
With its timeless Queen Ann Victorian architecture, unique vintage
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$125 total
before taxes
1 hr min
1895 Victorian/ Vintage Backyard Oasis w/ Mexican Decor
Castro Valley, CA8 guests
You do not want to miss this opportunity to enjoy the aesthetic of our historic 1895 Victorian home. We are located in the heart of Alameda County in the city of Castro Valley, and as far as we know, we are 1 of 2 Victorians we
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$125 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Midcentury Boho Home
Castro Valley, CA5.0 (6)
15 guests
Midcentury boho, open concept indoor space with tons of natural light from oversized windows and skylight. Newly remodeled and decorated with 3 available areas. Huge, modern kitchen with 10 foot island is perfect for catering set up for your party or corporate event, filming a cooking
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$1,030 total
before taxes
6 hr min
Cuento Studio
4.4 miles from Castro Valley, CA5.0 (34)
25 guests
Cuento Studio. Studio Overview
Cuento Studio is a full service production space designed for photo and video shoots of all sizes.
Our 20’ x 25’ x 18’ cyclorama wall is large enough to fit a vehicle and is ideal for commercial productions, brand campaigns, music videos, and large scale photo
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$339 total
before taxes
2 hr min
RBA Creative
8.8 miles from Castro Valley, CA4.9 (122)
10 guests
RBA Creative. The studio works well for fashion photo shoots, portraits, product shots, some conceptual work, and small video projects. Our photo/production studio is equipped with seamless backdrops, a tripod, continuous lighting, large video monitor, chroma key, as well as a wireless PA system. In addition, we have
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$150 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Gorgeous Modern Photo Studio for Headshots, Boudoir, Fashion
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area5.0 (218)
10 guests
HOT OFF THE PRESS! Please ask for my new guide "25 Ways I Use My Studio for Boudoir / Editorial / Lifestyle," which demonstrates over two dozen different settings you can create here.
Welcome to my studio! I'm Cheshire Isaacs, a top rated Bay Area photographer specializing
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$230 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Psalms Photography Studio Pleasanton
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area5.0 (2)
10 guests
Psalms Photography Studio Pleasanton. Welcome to our spacious photography rental studio, located conveniently on the border of Pleasanton and Livermore, CA. This bright and inviting space is flooded with natural light, creating a warm, airy ambiance perfect for all types of shoots. The studio features light, neutral tones throughout, providing
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$258 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Perspectives Photo
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area5.0 (176)
20 guests
Perspectives Photo. This space has several areas available for photography and videography production with a modern, minimal feel. The space is bright but can be diffused with curtains on each of the four walls of large black framed windows. There are various ways to utilitize the
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$219 total
before taxes
2 hr min
ViV MGMT
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area4.9 (35)
30 guests
ViV MGMT. We are a full service photography studio specializing in fashion, product, food, advertising, and e commerce projects. With multiple shooting bays including a cyclorama. We are an affordable and creatively inspiring option while still maintaining a high quality output in a comfortable space.
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$1,200 total
before taxes
8 hr min
Ringlight Studios
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area5.0 (56)
6 guests
Ringlight Studios. ALL LIGHTING GEAR INCLUDED FOR USE DURING YOUR STUDIO RENTAL AT NO EXTRA CHARGE. :)
Due to the size of the studio, renters may not exceed a maximum of eight (8) people allowed in the space at one time.
This highly versatile compact 410 sq. ft photo
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$255 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Patrick Johnson Studios
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area5.0 (12)
20 guests
Patrick Johnson Studios. Very cool unique Photography Studio in San Mateo. In the heart of Silicon Valley and San Francisco. Near downtown San Mateo. Great location right off the freeway. Like being in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Legendary photographer Pat Johnson (www.patjohnson.com) designed it from top
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From
$100
/hr
3 hr min
ENNVISION Studios
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area5.0 (70)
6 guests
ENNVISION Studios. Welcome to Ennvision Studios! Located in the Mission Creek neighborhood of San Francisco, this is a full creative space and photography studio provided by ENN Photos. This space has multiple areas that may be of use for your creative needs with a full kitchen section, a
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$150 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Sintak Studio
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area5.0 (595)
10 guests
Sintak Studio. A bright, creative, and inspired environment for your next photo shoot, video shoot, production meeting or workshop. Located in the North East part of San Francisco's Mission District the studio is a stand alone, single unit building with a one car garage and easy street level
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$657 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Natural Light Lifestyle Studio in the Mission
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area4.9 (42)
6 guests
Available 7 days a week | 8am 6pm
NATURAL LIGHT STUDIO
The sunlight pours into the tall bay windows in this apartment. The front room gets beautiful direct natural light. This is a great setup for a lifestyle photoshoot. We also provide a desk, couch, chair, printer, and
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$982 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Studio 33
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area4.9 (133)
10 guests
Studio 33. Welcome to Studio 33 – more than just a photo/video studio. We’re a fully equipped content creation space and brand strategy hub, built for creatives, entrepreneurs, and professionals looking to make an impact. Nestled in downtown San Bruno (just steps from Starbucks), our clean and versatile
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$42 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Silicon Valley’s Favorite Maternity, Newborn, Branding Photography Studio
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area12 guests
ESTHER KAY STUDIO
LOCATED IN THE HEART OF SILICON VALLEY PALO ALTO CA.
Rental Option
Hourly Rate (lighting equipment only) $120per hour
STUDIO INFO
THREE 20X10 ROOMS | 200SQFT EACH
6 STROB LIGHTS, 3 CONTINUOUS LIGHTS MODIFIERS, WOMEN AND MATERNITY CLIENT CLOSET, NEWBORN PROPS, POSING TABLE.
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From
$120
/hr
2 hr min
Sunrise & Sunset Studios
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area4.9 (148)
10 guests
Sunrise & Sunset Studios. Photography, video, and production studio in San Francisco's Inner Sunset District. Photographers, content creators, and Videographers can rent out our Sunrise and Sunset Studios space for 1+ hours at a time for personal and/or professional sessions. Everything in the studio can be moved around, and we
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$219 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Luxury Club for Photoshoots
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area4.9 (22)
20 guests
Our space is now available for commercial ads, lifestyle shoots, music videos, boudoir sessions, music videos and more. Featuring 2 stages, a bar, multiple couches, and changeable lighting, this is the perfect spot for your next shoot.
Rentals come with 1 staff member to control lighting
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From
$248
/hr
2 hr min
Studio 11
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area5.0 (12)
25 guests
Studio 11. 950 Sq Ft Open Spaced Studio ideal for video and photo shoots and podcasts with multiple designed spaces for unique shoots.
Podcast lounge styles are for filming, photos or podcasts.
Natural Wall backdrop 20ft x 8ft for shoots.
Large 10 ft windows with sheer curtains
All Lighting and Gaffing
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$196 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Bright White, Natural Light Lifestyle Studio in South Los Altos | Branding, Family Shoots, Lifestyle, Boudoir
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area5.0 (305)
30 guests
The Sunlight Space is a creative space that's full of bright, natural light — all day long! It features huge southwest and southeast facing windows.
The space is about 950 square feet and offers a huge variety of props, furniture, and decor to suit any creative
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From
$100
/hr
2 hr min
The Wild Bloom Studio
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area5.0 (176)
20 guests
The Wild Bloom Studio. Quiet space in Cupertino very near to 280 and 85. There is a large main room with backdrops, a couch, a changing area, and various photography tools. The primary photography room has natural window light and a gorgeous herringbone flooring pattern. The large windows have different
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From
$70
/hr
2 hr min
SJPS - San Jose Photo Studio
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area4.9 (35)
15 guests
SJPS - San Jose Photo Studio. The ideal space for creative collaborations in San Jose! 👀 LIGHTING PROVIDED
This space is perfect for creative 📸 photo shoots, 🎬 video shoots, 🎙️ podcasts, AI avatar, interviews, social media content, 🎉 small events and more.
🔆 Plenty of natural light if you want it,
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$173 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Fully Equipped Photography Studio
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area5.0 (1)
6 guests
Studio Rogue features a 13'x32' shooting area and make up/changing station, as well as a 9'x5' storage area. The studio has ceilings over 15' high and the entire interior is painted white. The rental includes not only the space but a copious set of gear, including:
GEAR
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From
$70
/hr
2 hr min
Luxury Glam Studio with Pro Lighting – Perfect for Makeup Artists, Photographers & Creators”
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area6 guests
Description:
Step into a modern, luxury glam and content creation studio designed for beauty professionals, photographers, and digital creators who want to produce polished, high quality work in style.
Located in Vallejo, this clean, elegant space features professional makeup stations with Hollywood lighting, adjustable photography backdrops, and pro
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$84 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Convert Studio
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area5.0 (9)
40 guests
Convert Studio. 1400 Sq Ft Natural Light Photo Studio.
Grip (8 C Stands and Sandbags, 8 Foam Core Flats, Apple Boxes, Studio Stand) included in rental.
Located in downtown San Anselmo, adjacent to great restaurants and shopping.
Great space for photo shoots, films & other creative projects!
40 stools and
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$472 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Beautiful Studio with Natural Light
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area4.0 (3)
5 guests
Welcome to the place we call our creative home!
Our studio is filled with natural light, perfect for photoshoots/video shoots. There is one main open space available to use/shoot in as well as two separate rooms for shooting.
The studio is on the second floor
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$120 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Spacious Modern Photography Studio
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area5.0 (20)
25 guests
Spacious modern photography studio with easy access to freeways and other shopping areas in Tracy CA. Located in a busy shopping plaza with family friendly stores and many food service options. The studio is 900 sq, which includes a reception, guest lounge, open studio space, bathroom
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From
$50
/hr
2 hr min
Industrial Photography Space
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area5 guests
Thank you for showing interest in our Industrial Photography Space. We currently use the space to host and accommodate photo shoots for a few of our clothing brands.
What we provide:
10x15 ft space used for photo shoots
ideal for fashion shoots, e
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$78 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Boho, Retro House, Art Deco Touches with in-home Photography Studio.
Serving the Castro Valley, CA area5.0 (1)
8 guests
Perfect for all types of portraits, lifestyle shoots, boudoir, branding/product photoshoots and small music videos or commercial filming.
Oversized designer boho & retro styled living room with massive picture windows, bar and giant fireplace. Large art deco & retro styled bedroom and large bathroom with claw
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From
$75
/hr
2 hr min
Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through August 2026.
How much does a portrait photography location cost to rent in Castro Valley?
Portrait photography locations in Castro Valley average $145 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for.
portrait photography locations Pricing Range in Castro Valley, CA
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for portrait photography locations venues in Castro Valley, ranging between $91 and $114.
$145/hr average
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How long do people rent portrait photography locations in Castro Valley?
Most portrait photography locations are scheduled for 4 hours, with 4 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Portrait Photoshoots starting between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM.
portrait photography locations Booking Times in Castro Valley, CA
Image representing average rental time for portrait photography locations in Castro Valley, emphasizing most start between 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
11:00 AM6:00 PM
How popular are portrait photography locations in Castro Valley?
Our local hosts have welcomed 209 people into their portrait photography locations with reviews averaging 5 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.
What's the best day to rent a portrait photography location in Castro Valley?
Thursdays are the most popular day for booking portrait photography locations in Castro Valley. For those seeking a deal, consider booking Sunday and Friday as these days are 15% cheaper on average.
Reviews for portrait photography locations
Urayah B.
Traditional Oakland Cottage with Beautiful Garden + Tree House
We held our team video shoot at this location, as well as used the outdoor space for our professional head shots. The space was even more beautiful than the pictures. The kitchen and living room provided some great lighting for the videos and the backyard offered a number of different...
Melaina B.
Fully Equipped Industrial Photo/Video Studio with Great Natural Light
handy. Logan was super responsive and communicative which made the whole process seamless. Parking was also easy! I was using the space for a headshot shoot and I think if I had booked it for a slightly later time slot, we would've had more natural light from those west...
Gene D.
Modern Photo + Film Studio in Art Space with Skylights
high ceilings and privacy; great for my work. The entire place is quiet and welcoming and easy to work in.
I booked a second portrait session right away...
Natalia D.
Top Floor Airy Industrial Studio Loft
Booked this place last minute for headshots and they were so responsive! The place is glorious! It is neatly curated and the there is an abundance of natural light. Parking was also pretty easy. Thanks again for squeezing me in last minute...
Winnie F.
Fully Equipped Industrial Photo/Video Studio with Great Natural Light
My experience with this space was very smooth. Logan was accommodating and communication was responsive. This space was perfect for a portrait headshot shoot I did for a client. There is plenty of gear and equipment available for use if needed. We were left alone during the shoot, which was...
Winnie F.
Modern Industrial Photography Studio / Office Workspace with Beautiful Natural Lighting
The space was perfect for a portrait shoot! The host was very communicative
Dana F.
East Bay Natural Light Photo & Film Studio
my second time (EVER) renting a studio (and the second time with this host, Sandy)! It was such a good experience! I typically do headshots out of my living room but really wanted to take my skills to the next level and shoot out of a lager space. Sandy was...
Brent J.
Modern Video/Photo Studio with Bright and Adjustable Colored Cyclorama
staff was nice, and overall I had a great experience. The space is a little tight, but you can get away with some 85mm headshots if that's what you're looking to do.
Again, everything was great and I can see booking again...
Nate K.
Fully Equipped Industrial Photo/Video Studio with Great Natural Light
helpful. The place has beautiful natural light. Logan also provides solid basics (white seamless, C-stands, V-Flats, some fill lights). I did a headshot session with a client and this fulfilled those needs...
Steve L.
Modern Video/Photo Studio with Bright and Adjustable Colored Cyclorama
seamless backgrounds, while the RGB lighting options add dynamic and creative possibilities to your projects. Whether you’re shooting a video production, capturing stunning portraits, or creating product photography, this studio has all the right tools. The host was incredibly accommodating and made the process smooth from start to finish...
Kelly M.
Light Filled Warehouse Loft
booking experience was super easy. Niamh was extremely helpful and a very lovely person. I had only a small window to work on a portrait and despite some unexpected changes in the plan she was very gracious...
Charity N.
Studio Style Apartment Space for YouTube Channels w/Aesthetically Pleasing Backdrops for Social Media Content in Oakland San Leandro
This place is simple, clean and the perfect size for a portrait photoshoot + makeup. There was a total of 4 of us at this spot and we fit comfortably. Makeba is also very nice. She gave us a little tour of her place and greeted us at the entrance. If...
Alba R.
Fully Equipped Industrial Photo/Video Studio with Great Natural Light
am doing this correctly but I am reaching out in hopes to see your space? I am looking for a location for some headshots and new to the area so I was hoping to see your space in person to get a feel for it. Do you have any availability...
Henry R.
Bright, Spacious, Remodeled Historic Craftsman
Maria was an excellent host and this space was perfect for lifestyle portraits. This place was better than expected and I'll be renting from here in the future...
Henry R.
Filming Space in Modern Studio at The Creative Atelier by Sucré Couture
Kimberly was a great host and this space is perfect for portraits. We used the backdrop and the natural light through the windows to get what we were looking for. It's a nice setup and recommend checking this studio out...
Kyle R.
Gorgeous Modern Photo Studio for Headshots, Boudoir, Fashion
super helpful, quick to response and met with me before to show me through the space. Had a ton of great options for our portrait session. I would definitely book again...
Leilani S.
Open and Airy Gallery Space with Skylight in an Urban Setting
and had enough seating for us. They were also willing to take down the art they had installed to allow us to exhibit our portraits and poetry...
Marisa S.
Fully Equipped Industrial Photo/Video Studio with Great Natural Light
Logan's space was perfect for what we were shooting. Portraits + product photography. He was super communicative and helpful prior and during the shoot. Definitely going to book again soon. Highly recommend...
Jesse S.
Photo + Video Studio: White Cyc | Free Gear + Parking
love it, you will love it + Kevin is the man! Responsive, professional, and NICE. This is quickly becoming my go-to studio space for portrait shoots.
Further notes:
Booked for a two-hour three outfit session with a model + hmua. Vanity + dyson curlers came in handy for touch ups and...
Jerreau T.
Tropical Midcentury Modern Writer's Studio with Skylights in Art Space
Host is great! Space is perfect for a simple portrait shoot. I am always happy with my bookings here
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