Rent a photo studio in San Francisco, CA

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Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through February 2026.

How much does a photo studio cost to rent in San Francisco?

Photo studios in San Francisco average $114 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to $141, whereas larger venues run about $93 per hour.

What's the best day to rent a photo studio in San Francisco?

Saturdays are the most popular day for booking photo studios in San Francisco. For those seeking a deal, consider booking Sunday and Saturday as these days are 26% cheaper on average.

How popular are photo studios in San Francisco?

Our local hosts have welcomed 6067 people into their photo studios with reviews averaging 4.97 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 98%.

How long do people rent photo studios in San Francisco?

Most photo studios are scheduled for 3 hours, with 5 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Photo Studios starting between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM.

Capture picture-perfect shots at San Francisco photo studios

Home to a broad variety of photo studios — from traditional spaces with cycloramas to themed venues decked out in thoughtful decor — the City by the Bay is a photographer's paradise. For example, retro-themed SF photo studios are a unique and exciting way to capture the past, present, and future in one frame. Choose from classic studios with vintage brick walls and time-honored tools of the trade, or go for something a bit more modern with colorful backdrops and out-of-the-box props. Not to mention, some studios opt for an edgier look with exposed brick walls or distressed paint for an industrial feel, which can add depth and texture to your photos. Regardless of your budget or project, you can book a fantastic San Francisco content photo studio to accommodate your needs. Take your pick from small studio spaces for a product shoot to large-scale production areas with special effects equipment and bright lights.

Uncover a stunning natural light photo studio in San Francisco

One of the most popular kinds of photo studios in San Francisco are natural light studios. Though these spaces range in size, from cozy to massive, they all share a common quality: Each venue offers tons of natural light thanks to large windows and skylights, creating beautiful environments and soft shadows — perfect for commercial, fashion, and product photography. These studios can also be great for portrait and lifestyle shoots since the natural lighting lends an intimate and authentic quality to the photos. Not to mention, if you’re wanting to add vibrant pops of color to your shots, you can find a natural light photo studio in San Francisco featuring painted walls or adjustable backdrops in bold hues like reds, blues, greens, and purples. Whether you're shooting family portraits or editorial fashion spreads, natural light studios can provide a versatile and inspiring setting to realize your creative concepts.

Book a professional photo studio rental in San Francisco

Equipped with impeccable lighting equipment, as well as customizable backgrounds and sets, professional photo studios in San Francisco offer an excellent range of amenities for a seamless shoot. Whether you're an experienced photographer or just starting out, there's something for everyone at these studio spaces. Between humble venues designed for intimate portraits to vast industrial lofts ideal for capturing edgy fashion shoots, a photo studio in San Francisco can come in all shapes and sizes. And the best part is you don't have to limit yourself to just one aesthetic or style — many photo studios provide several sets with different looks so you can mix up your shoot for maximum effect.

Reviews for photo studios

Beth B.
Sun-filled Studio - great for photography!
fantastic location for a photo shoot! loved it
Beth B.
Sun-filled Studio - great for photography!
wonderful location for a photoshoot
Sam C.
Mid-Century Style SOMA Warehouse
the space prior to booking as we needed as much natural light as possible. Definitely enjoyed the open space of the warehouse for the photography project we did. Would love to book again for potential happy hour mixer or party...
Jon C.
A Full Floor of Modern Urban Sophistication Located in the Heart of SoMa.
Lisamarie's space was IMPECCABLE. Photos do not do this place justice -- it is a beautiful space with gorgeous art pieces. Even the kitchen area was exquisite. Lisamarie was the perfect host as well, and she was extremely flexible with my shoot, even when it started and ran a bit...
Darren C.
Scandinavian design loft in SOMA
very beautiful location in SOMA! Lots of light for photo shoots in a home environment. Would definitely come here again...
Donerik D.
Mid-Century Style SOMA Warehouse
the consummate hosts-communications was top notch and the space itself is gorgeous! Would relish the opportunity to use their space again for my photo shoots! Great experience and highly recommend! Mahalo...
John E.
SoMa Spacious Creative Loft with Great Lighting
Great host very responsive. Love the space even better than what you see in the pictures. The light is great which really help our photoshoot...
Scott E.
SoMa Spacious Creative Loft with Great Lighting
booked this place for one day video and photo production. The space is well lit and extremely large which left plenty of room to shoot, stage gear and set up craft services. The booking process was fast, easy and very responsive. It's located on the 3rd floor and there...
Christina F.
Pop Up Gallery and Photography Studio in SOMA
This is my second time using this space for a photo shoot. Laura is great and the studio is a lovely open and clean space with some comfy couches. I would book it again...
Carlos G.
Sun-filled Studio - great for photography!
Thank you very much for offering this beautiful natural light space for our photoshoot. Great location and very open
Lisa H.
Sexy Jazz Club and Cocktail Bar
Very cool place. Great for photo and video shoots. Everyone was very responsive and accessible
Amanda H.
Sun-filled Studio - great for photography!
Tani was an amazingly responsive host. I booked this space for a small photo shoot, and the availability of people changed, but she was very accomodating. We rented on a Saturday, so street/metered parking was relatively easy. Things to note if booking for photo shoot - 1 flight of stairs for...
Michael M.
20x60 Converted Warehouse Meeting Space
warmly, helped us rearrange the furniture, and made sure we had everything we needed. The space itself was bright and clean, and some beautiful photography lined the walls. The darker breakout room was also helpful for smaller group discussion and ping-pong. All in all, a great afternoon and very...
Hanna M.
Scandinavian design loft in SOMA
Perfect for photoshoots
Jason O.
Welcoming Industrial SoMa Space with a Science Twist
located and Dvorit is an amazing host. We were shooting an interview and got some spectacular footage. It's a gorgeous wee location. One wee caveat - it's a wee bit loud. Synopsis - Great for an event, ideal for photography, suitable for filming an interview but not the best for...
Jerome O.
Sun-filled Studio - great for photography!
Tani was a very awesome host. Offered a great clean space and had some awesome areas to do my photoshoots in. Also had extension plugs, a table, chairs and more super convenient things I needed. Overall super great experience for my first peerspace booking! Definitely planning on coming back to...
Zachary R.
Pop Up Gallery and Photography Studio in SOMA
This was the perfect studio for our table-top product photoshoot. Our photographer also shot a portrait during our time there and it was a great space for that, as well. Laura, our host, was extremely helpful, offering parking information and lunch suggestions before we arrived...
Ashley S.
SoMa Spacious Creative Loft with Great Lighting
So…first off, we rented this space for a look book shoot for our fashion line’s launch. And to be perfectly honest…WOW! This space was everything it appeared to be in the photos and more. Spacious, minimalist chic, incredible ambience and excellent natural lighting…I mean this space...
Kimmy T.
Pop Up Gallery and Photography Studio in SOMA
Great space! Perfect natural lighting, adequate space and perfect plain white backdrop for photo shoots. Great food options closeby is a plus. Would definitely book again...
Mark W.
SoMa Spacious Creative Loft with Great Lighting
very open and bright. Domenico was quick to respond to all of our inquiries, and flexible with our needs. Great, bright space for photo or video shoots. Wish it had an elevator to bring up production equipment, but otherwise a great experience. Thanks...

Updated February 19, 2026Our data is refreshed in real time using booking trends, verified guest reviews, and direct partner updates — with additional quality checks from our team.