How much does a filming location cost to rent in Oakland?
Filming locations in Oakland average $117 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for.
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from$35/hr
Oakstop
Downtown Oakland, CA
4.8(235)
10Meeting Room
Oakstop. Multi Media meeting space that can be used for a range of activities and gatherings. Quiet and tucked away behind a large glass door within a community workspace. /// ROOM INCLUDES /// • Vizio Smart TV Monitor • Stationary Conference Table • 10 cushioned rolling chairs--...
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from$160/hr
Mama Dog Studios
West Oakland, CA
5.0(2)
100Production Studio
Mama Dog Studios. ...to the space. The cyclorama is 35 by 55 and for an additional charge can be painted green or blue. Photo and film equipment is available to rent for an additional rental fee. We also have gated parking spots available. Inquire about renting out the...
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from$60/hr
Studio GZ
West Oakland, CA
4.6(190)
10Production Studio
Studio GZ. Quiet West Oakland 1900sq ft photography studio with natural light availability along with 12ft wide shooting area. Free lighting assistance for beginners Late night availability PLEASE NOTE CHILDREN ARE NOT ALLOWED Our studio has heavy equipment and adult images on the walls not appropriate for...
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from$150/hr
ShotClock Studios, LLC
West Oakland, CA
5.0(60)
20Industrial Space
ShotClock Studios, LLC. Take in an ocean breeze and crane-sprinkled views at our Port of Oakland location. Redwood accents adorn the cozy space, which dates back to the 1890’s. Need a lunch spot? We’re walking distance to neighborhood favorites like Yoshi’s and Everett & Jones BBQ. This location...
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from$100/hr
Mick Jones Studio
West Oakland, CA
4.9(181)
25Photo Studio
Mick Jones Studio. 2100 Square foot floor plan photography studio with high ceilings and natural light. Let us host your next still photography or video production in our quiet photo studio. Full professional kitchen with 5 burner gas stove and huge 9ft rolling counter space. Perfect for use...
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from$55/hr
Soundwave Studios
West Oakland, CA
4.8(199)
30Production Studio
Soundwave Studios. ...Soundwave Studios Backlot in West Oakland available for: film, video, photography, music, rehearsals, and classes. Public events, concerts are not allowed. - 2500 square foot flexible space - 50' x 30' open concrete floor space - 100 amp power distribution breaker panel - off street loading dock in front...
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from$225/hr
Historic Craftsman Home with Bright Modern Kitchen near Lake Merritt in Oakland
Adams Point, Oakland, CA
5.0(3)
12House
...If you are looking for an elegant Craftsman Home for your photo or film shoot, this is your place. Our home is a beautiful 1910, A.E. Smith Craftsman home with generous spaces and great architectural detailing. At the entrance is a fine entry hall ending...
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from$250/hr
Massive Basement Warehouse Photoshoot Set
Downtown Oakland, CA
5.0(23)
100Set for Photos / Films
...Broadway. It’s 20,576 square feet and mostly unfurnished except for those reclaimed church pews. This is a popular spot for filming production! It currently has no internet. Please inquire through Peerspace messaging for more information...
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from$100/hr
Spacious and Relaxing House in the Trees
Oakland Ave - Harrison St, CA
5.0(46)
10Apartment Home
This house has a very peaceful atmosphere, with direct views on either end of the large open format living room with blooming greenery, redwood trees, and a little stream out front. With wood-paneled ceiling in the main room, retro built-in cabinets, a fireplace, this space...
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from$73/hr
Loft with Natural Light, Brick Wall, & Kitchen
West Oakland, CA
4.9(396)
25Apartment Loft
Beautiful and modern ground floor loft with concrete floors and a brick wall, perfect for any production or commercial shoot. The space is flexible and can be adjusted and styled to your production needs. 900 square ft space with 10 ft ceilings with large windows...
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from$150/hr
Lake Merritt Home: Boho Interior, Gated Parking, Garden, She Shed
Oakland Ave - Harrison St, CA
5.0(5)
15House
...TV interviews, independent films, commercials, music videos and photoshoots have all been filmed here. Access to parking behind the building and use of the driveway both protected with a security gate is a big plus for unloading equipment. This 1912 building was originally a consulate...
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from$149/hr
Sawmill Studio Loft
Oakland Ave - Harrison St, CA
4.9(184)
20Live / Work Loft
Large studio loft run by artist and prop/interior stylist. 1500sf flex space featuring exposed brick walls, hand-painted details, and original (cleared) artwork. 10' ceilings, concrete floors, large windows, full kitchen, and bath. 2 free all day designated parking spots. Freight elevator and loading dock. Perfect...
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from$100/hr
Gorgeous Modern Photo Studio for Headshots, Boudoir, Fashion
Ivy Hill, Oakland, CA
5.0(200)
10Photo Studio
...fi as well as a small kitchenette. Available For: - Film/Video Shoot - Photo Shoots - Commercials - Interviews - Product Shoots - Content Creation - Social Media - Youtube Filming - Tik Tok Videos - Blogging - Movies...
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from$100/hr
Plant Filled Mid Century Modern Flat
West Oakland, CA
4.9(23)
6Flat
Conveniently located within a mile of MacArthur Bart as well as free street parking. The home was built pre 1906 earthquake and still has original windows and a nonworking fireaplace. The afternoon light is exceptional in this sunny, plant-filled artist's flat. Bold graphics and original...
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from$150/hr
Light filled Open & Spacious 1920's Warehouse
Ralph Bunche, Oakland, CA
5.0(17)
25Warehouse
The space is an eclectic, spacious 1920's fabrication warehouse. The space has been successfully used for multiple photoshoots and workshops. The 2,700 square foot mainspace is very open and furniture and plants can be rearranged depending on your needs. Photo & Video Shoots: The main...
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from$95/hr
Bright, Spacious, Remodeled Historic Craftsman
Clinton, Oakland, CA
5.0(120)
10Craftsman Home
...Ave., Grand Avenue, 580, 880, and bus lines to BART. Wifi is available. Our space has been booked for: - Video shoots - Documentary - Filmed interviews - Photoshoots - Product demo - Student film - Social media content - Commerical Notable companies that have booked with us include: - Google Nest - Apple - Gametime...
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from$159/hr
Enormous Sun Soaked Urban Loft
West Oakland, CA
5.0(61)
30Film / Photo Loft
...We host film shoots and photo shoots here frequently for art photographers, Fortune 100 companies, and tech start-ups. Photographers tell us the light quality in our space is a dream. Spectacular 2,700 square foot loft in West Oakland, ten minutes from SF. Hardwood...
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from$100/hr
AMAZING TOP FLOOR WORK/LIVE LOFT - Professional Creative Space: 12ft. windows, natural lighting, and positive energy flow (Media Production)
West Oakland, CA
4.8(86)
49Live / Work Loft
...with co-creators on projects in a dedicated creative space to improve problem-solving. Or reserve our studio for content shooting and filming. Come up with fresh ideas, and promote them to reach a global audience to generate awareness, our studio supports the flow of...
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from$80/hr
Ultra Private, Nicely Furnished Craftsman House
Ivy Hill, Oakland, CA
5.0(1)
20Craftsman Home
Ultra private, nicely furnished and decorated 1,200 square foot craftsman house. Very central, just a minute from the 580 freeway, Park Exit. Tons of parking, including at least 1 garage space, and at least 2 street parking in front of the garage. Please note that...
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from$200/hr
Mid-Century Craftsman Home with Skyline View
Bella Vista, Oakland, CA
5.0(40)
18Craftsman Home
...craftsman home possess tons of character. Great period details, immaculate hardwood floors and large windows. Ample lighting in every room. Ideal for film & photo shoots. Thoughtfully curated. Art, decor, furniture and other design details throughout. Beautiful views from the master bedroom, kitchen & outdoor patio offer...
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from$125/hr
Sun-Drenched Modern Haven: Your Ultimate Setting for Photo and Video Creation
Longfellow, Oakland, CA
4.9(42)
15House
Come into this wonderfully decorated and updated home! This house is originally a beautiful Craftsman (still touched with inlaid wooden floors and curved arched doorways and windows) with modern updates and excellent decor that can be found in Dwell magazine. The house is wonderfully charming...
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from$47/hr
Exclusive Venue in West Oakland
West Oakland, CA
4.9(56)
12Photo Studio
...off street parking our facility totals 1,200 square feet. A one stop shop for artist of all genre. Our photography and film room is 15 x 15 square feet. It has available lighting with white, and black backdrops, for photo shoots, picture parties, and...
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from$95/hr
Sunny Oakland Home with Private Outdoor Space
Santa Fe, Oakland, CA
5.0(58)
15Single-Family Home
...your next production! Space ideal use: Board Meeting ~ Brunch ~ Client Meeting ~ Coaching ~ Collaboration ~ Commercial Shoot ~ Company Meeting ~ Corporate Meeting ~ Creative Brainstorming ~ Discussions ~ Filming ~ Focus Group ~ Hackathon ~ Interview ~ Leadership Meeting ~ Meet-up ~ Movie screening ~ Music video ~ Non-profit Meeting ~ Off-site ~ Photography ~ Photoshoot ~ Planning ~ Remote work...
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from$125/hr
Stunning Natural Light Photo Studio in 105 Year Old Historic Building.
East Peralta, Oakland, CA
5.0(38)
10Photo Studio
Silver is an intimate space for photography. With dramatic and abundant natural light all day, two distinct shoot spaces and lots of room for magic and improvisation. The main space has windows on three sides. A peninsula of light, with an exposed brick wall on...
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from$140/hr
Early 1920s French Normandy Maison
Crocker Highlands, Oakland, CA
5.0(1)
10House
Situated in the Oakland Hills, this classic French Normandy Revival home boasts an array of immaculate original 1920s details and is decorated with a wonderful collection of curated French art deco antique pieces that reflect the home’s architectural era. This includes, but is not limited...
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from$60/hr
Sunny, Art-Filled Oakland Loft
Golden Gate, Oakland, CA
4.9(99)
15Live / Work Loft
Our space was converted from a machine shop and garage to an open loft in the late 1990s. In the hip NOBE neighborhood with many nearby restaurants and cafés, including Summer Summer Thai, Noodle Theory Provisions, and Ruby's Cafe. Sunny loft with lots of art...
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from$125/hr
Spanish Revival
Oakmore, Oakland, CA
5.0(25)
15House
This Spanish Revival, built in 1926, is located in the Oakmore District near Dimond Park and Sausal Creek, with plenty of street parking. The house is a bit over 1,000 square feet. It is loaded with charming details like stucco archways, a fireplace nook, vibrant...
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from$125/hr
Traditional Oakland Cottage with Beautiful Garden + Tree House
Dimond District, Oakland, CA
5.0(76)
20House
Nestled in the Oakland hills this house offers a lovely garden right off a beautiful kitchen with tons of natural south facing light. The house has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and a garage, guest will have access to the whole house and garden. The garden...
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from$400/hr
Light-filled, modern, indoor-outdoor Oakland home
Upper Telegraph, Oakland, CA
4.9(11)
20Single-Family Home
This recently remodeled, 2000-square-foot Craftsman house has a beautifully designed kitchen with walnut floors, light concrete countertops, custom cabinetry and hardware, and huge windows looking out onto trees, lush bamboo, and a spacious back courtyard and lawn. The rear of the property has a newly...
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from$1,250/hr
Architect Bernard Maybeck Designed Home with Beautiful Art Collection & Gardens
Upper Rockridge, Oakland, CA
5.0(2)
40Craftsman Home
A 4500 sq ft. eclectic, Gothic-Craftsman home designed in 1914 by the architect of the Palace of Fine Arts, Bernard Maybeck. Nestled among a grove of live oaks. A secluded enclave in a park-like setting in the Oakland Hills the house exudes an air of...
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from$95/hr
Gorgeous East bay Natural Light Photo Studio
South Kennedy Tract, Oakland, CA
4.8(34)
9Film / Photo Loft
Jennifer Graham Photography. Renting out my gorgeous, whitewashed, bright, natural light photo studio. Perfect for studio lighting and natural lighting photoshoots! Available to You: Industrial natural light 850 Sq. ft studio Soft gorgeous natural light 2-story tall wall of gorgeous factory windows Lounge area inside studio for clients...
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from$60/hr
Fully Equipped Industrial Photo/Video Studio with Great Natural Light
Fruitvale Station, Oakland, CA
5.0(131)
10Photo Studio
DETAILS ON THE SPACE & LOCATION: - Beautiful industrial windows with white floor and walls for great natural light. - Great for all types of photography and small video productions. - Separate lounge area with couches, chairs, TV, & sound system for talent, clients, and...
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from$45/hr
Tranquil Treehouse: Light-filled Modern Studio Apartment in Quiet Oakland Hills
Piedmont Pines, Oakland, CA
5.0(3)
5Apartment
Our beautiful space has lots of natural light and high ceilings. It is a very clean, calming modern tree-house style apartment in the Oakland Hills. The studio is part of the main house but has a separate entrance. The space has an open floor plan...
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from$175/hr
Spacious Oakland Hills Farmhouse
Redwood Heights, Oakland, CA
4.9(53)
25Farmhouse
The Farmhouse is located in the Oakland hills on a half acre with a view, the house is 2600 sq ft and has 4 bedrooms. It has high ceilings, tons of natural light, and lots of room to set up lighting. There is plenty of...
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from$75/hr
Hillcrest Terrace - Quiet Luxury with Bay Views
Forestland, Oakland, CA
5.0(5)
40House
Resplendent views of the bay and San Francisco skyline! Wake up to a gorgeous view of the forested hills and water from the custom king bed while you soak in the peaceful serenity. The magic of Hillcrest Terrace will melt stress away as you enjoy...
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from$75/hr
NEW LISTING - Beautiful house with lots of natural light and high ceilings in the hills
Eastmont Hills, Oakland, CA
5.0(15)
15House
1st floor of large house with great views towards the bay and San Francisco from the living room. The location in Oakland Hills makes this house and garden tranquil and breezy. A get-away from the city in the city. Well suited for photo and video...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How popular are filming locations in Oakland?
Our local hosts have welcomed 15623+ people into their filming locations with reviews averaging 4.94 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 99%.
How long do people rent filming locations in Oakland?
Most filming locations are scheduled for 7 hours, with 9 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Productions starting between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary data from bookings made on Peerspace from 2016-2025.
Reviews for filming locations
Ida B.
Financial Center Work & Meeting Space
Great space with lots of natural light! I filmed an interview and it was nice that there were so many options for setting up. Massive space compared to the price! Would recommend and book again. Also, Ben was super helpful, thanks again for everything...
Salt C.
Bright & Chic Creative Space in Uptown Oakland
This was a great little space to film in. Cherlyn was great and there was easy access into the building. The area around it was safe at night time which was a big plus. It was easy enough to find and I had a great experience...
Donerik D.
3,800 ft² Open Loft-style Studio with 38' Infinity Wall
extra mile to make sure we were well taken care of. He's also a very talented artist with rich stories...ask him about film cameras, motorcyles, muy thai and his famous coffee drip!
The space itself was as advertised-modern, clean, and beautiful light and lines around each corner...
Alan D.
Chic Downtown Conference Room
Made my filmed lunch even more better
Donna E.
Downtown Loft Style Art Gallery / Event Space with Hip, Urban Feel
The hosts were extremely responsive, flexible and went above and beyond in delivery great support for our film shoot.
The space is in an excellent location: one block from the 12th St Bart, heaps of parking and excellent food and coffee options nearby.
This would be a good spot for...
Eric F.
Offsite Meeting Space with Whiteboard
This space was perfect for what we needed it for. We held casting auditions for a short film. Very open and spacious. The space is located blocks away from the BART station which was convenient for those traveling to get there. The host was fine with us moving furniture around...
Marvin F.
Chic Downtown Conference Room
We used this place to shoot a film. Place is very beautiful, quiet and exactly the way I wanted it. The host was great and gave us a helping had...
Marvin F.
MacArthur Meeting Room: Medium Sized Multi-Media Meeting Room
We filmed a scene here and didn't have any problems catching audio. The texture of the wall gives it a good look being that it has white walls. This will be my go-to place to film. The hosts were very friendly and helpful...
Esau H.
Intimate & Warm Yoga Studio in Uptown, Oakland
This booking was as perfect as can be! Booked this space for a small film shoot and it was everything we needed. Giovanna was very kind and responsive about questions I had about the space prior to booking, and was flexible with my arrangements. She promptly arrived to greet and...
Amir J.
Merritt Meeting Room: Versatile Multimedia Meeting Room
We had a great experience filming some scenes for our web series and I would highly recommend this space
Thera K.
Lange Suite: Luxurious Loft Space in Downtown Oakland
This was a beautiful space. Support was fantastic. We filmed audition videos in the space. Floor was rather dusty, so a little more damp mopping would help. Would rent again...
Lauren M.
Chic Downtown Conference Room
This was a nice space to film interviews. Everything was as we expected
Savanah M.
Light-Filled Executive Lounge with Smart TV and Kitchenette
Great space for filming and photography.
Note, no front desk or staff on-site. Building was quiet and worked well for a video shoot...
Larissa R.
2,400 ft² Open Loft-styled Versatile Studio
the only issue we had was a bit of noise. There are auto shops on the street and lots of construction noise. Especially when filming closer to the street side of the studio definitely had some car/street noise, but for the interview in the backdrop space, our interview was fine...
Jacob S.
Bright & Chic Creative Space in Uptown Oakland
Great experience filming in this space
Nermin S.
Downtown Oakland's premier PROFOTO Photo / Video Production Studio
We rented the space for filming a day long workshop for a documentary project. Leon was an amazing host. He has wide-variety of equipment for use that comes with the rental agreement. He was very generous with his time, letting us use his equipment and also offered his expertise...
Kayla T.
SoleSpace Lab: Creative Space in Downtown Oakland
This space was PERFECT for our film screening. Just the right amount of space for family, friends, and friends of friends. The staff was friendly, helpful, and and punctual. We would totally rent it again...
Yesenia T.
Bright Production Space - perfect for shooting and recording
My first time in a studio filming for my platform, and I loved the decor. It is also very private, and easy to find. Jeremy was kind, and professional.
Will book again. Thanks...
Edward V.
Bright Production Space - perfect for shooting and recording
beautiful and well maintained space. Team was communicative. I filmed a video interview here and the natural light from the windows is great. Would recommend...
Nicole W.
Grand Meeting Room: Luxurious Meeting Space in Downtown Oakland
The host was very responsive and the space appeared as advertised. Great for a film shoot