How much does a recording studio cost to rent in San Mateo?
Recording studios in San Mateo average $118 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for.
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Popular recording studios
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from$100/hr
Patrick Johnson Studios
Central San Mateo, CA
5.0(11)
20Patrick 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...
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from$125/hr
LUX-SF Photo Studios & Services
14 miles from San Mateo, CA
4.9(302)
30LUX-SF Photo Studios & Services. Airy, sunny private space in the Dogpatch with a panoramic view of Pier 70 & the Bay, perfect for photo and film shoots and other production-oriented uses. Use of basic grip, covered parking for up to 3 vehicles, and many additional niceties included. Load-in is...
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from$109/hr
Strobespace
14.5 miles from San Mateo, CA
4.9(568)
25Strobespace. Check out our reviews... :) Tons of FREE gear (see list* below) 30 foot wall of natural light (with blackout curtains) 1,400 Square Feet 12' High Ceilings Complete Kitchen Private Bathroom Storage/Changing room Loading Dock | Freight Elevator 2 large Tables 2 more optional large...
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from$150/hr
Sintak Studio
14.8 miles from San Mateo, CA
5.0(512)
10Sintak 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 access...
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from$150/hr
Bright Studio Space in Downtown San Mateo
Central San Mateo, CA
5.0(56)
50...original hardwood floors, extraordinary natural light, high ceilings and so much more. This is an artist studio with professional lighting. Perfect for space for photo shoots, video recording and more. You will have access to our indoor and outdoor spaces. Rental includes use of our...
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from$75/hr
Bright & Airy Studio for Photography & Video
Central San Mateo, CA
5.0(4)
25This bright and airy studio space is perfect for photographers, videographers, and creatives seeking an affordable and versatile backdrop for their projects. Features: Natural Light: Large windows provide beautiful, diffused natural light. Minimalist Design: The clean white walls and simple design create a blank canvas...
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from$40/hr
Sleek, Modern Conference Room in San Mateo
East San Mateo, CA
4.4(19)
6Our beautiful conference room is perfect for any meeting, presentation or workshop session and will surely impress your clients or employees! Space Features: - WiFi - Medium conference table - 6 chairs - 55" HD TV: HDMI & USB connections to plug in and display...
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from$50/hr
Video Studio with Pro-Lighting (included)
3.4 miles from San Mateo, CA
5.0(6)
6...Elevated Studio Space in Foster City Discover our intimate studio space, meticulously crafted for diverse recording needs - from YouTube videos to professional photoshoots. Nestled within the confines of our garage, this studio is exclusively dedicated to production purposes, bearing the touch of a seasoned Hollywood...
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from$35/hr
Spacious Downtown Photo Studio
6.4 miles from San Mateo, CA
4.9(46)
10Welcome to our centrally located photo studio in the heart of downtown San Bruno! Our 16x16 space is uniquely designed to cater to all your photo and video content creation needs. -Professional Lighting Equipment: Our studio comes with state-of-the-art lighting equipment, ensuring your photos and...
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from$125/hr
Psychedelic Immersive Mylar Mirrored Studio (perfect for photo/video shoots)
13.2 miles from San Mateo, CA
4.9(50)
5The space is an 'Andy Warholesque' immersive environment in which every inch is covered from floor to ceiling in mirrored-Mylar with additional sheets of floating mylar suspended from the ceiling, creating stunning visual effects. The various LED-lights and lasers create a visual explosion of light...
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from$60/hr
Music Recording Studio near Potrero Hill
13.5 miles from San Mateo, CA
5.0(8)
5...midi drum machine, and protools with lots of sounds to choose from. All studio sessions include engineer. Mixing/Mastering is a separate service, but can be done on the same day of recording. Check me out on Instagram - Papa_Da_Engineer...
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from$60/hr
Music / Podcast / Voiceover Recording Studio with In-House Engineer
13.5 miles from San Mateo, CA
4.9(14)
5...This studio has been a location for various music videos, podcasts, music writing, recording, mixing, and mastering. There is a vocal booth and a main space with a couch for eating, songwriting, practicing, taking a break, etc. This is the perfect place for small groups...
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from$55/hr
Photography and Video Production Studio
13.6 miles from San Mateo, CA
4.8(129)
8Perfectly set up photography / video studio for rent by the hour/ day / week. Permanently installed professional white CYC screen and green screen. This room can be used for portraits, fashion photography, products. Also, film makers can utilize the space and create different sets...
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from$169/hr
Mission Loft Studio + Event Venue
14.6 miles from San Mateo, CA
5.0(611)
10Need an inspiring space for the day! We've got you covered! Mission Loft is a gorgeous light filled video and photo production space. The standard rental period is 2 hours or more anytime between 8AM and 8PM. The studio has an open floor plan (dining...
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from$190/hr
Flexible, Modern Creative Space in Historical Mission Building
14.7 miles from San Mateo, CA
5.0(18)
40...may also be possible based on studio availability at $150/hr. **PROPS** Any of the furniture, plants & decor within your rented studio are available as prop rentals. If you’d like to feature any of our property in your recorded media, just let us know either...
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from$100/hr
Music Recording Studio in the Mission
15.1 miles from San Mateo, CA
5
...airy recording studio on the third floor of a beautifully restored historic church building. For the independent artist who wants more than just an engineer, but a fellow artist to help them explore new sonic horizons. Our studio is equipped to record high quality vocals...
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from$50/hr
Podcasting Space + Post Production Hero Suite
15.6 miles from San Mateo, CA
5.0(1)
12...Explore Limitless Possibilities at our Studio Welcome to our Studio, where advanced technology meets endless creativity. Designed for professionals who value precision, efficiency, and imagination, our studio is the perfect place for editing videos, recording podcasts, editing audio, and recording voices. Upgrade Your Workspace Clearer...
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from$35/hr
Studio Loft With Amazing Natural Daylight
15.7 miles from San Mateo, CA
4.9(165)
50...shoots. > Creative Meetings and Brainstorming Sessions Team-building activities. Corporate brainstorming sessions. Design thinking workshops. > Podcast Recording Recording and editing podcasts. Hosting interviews or panel discussions. > Private Studios for Freelancers Workspace for graphic designers, writers, or other freelancers. Temporary office space for remote workers. > Educational...
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from$50/hr
Music Recording Studio inside Co-Working Art Building
15.7 miles from San Mateo, CA
5.0(5)
6...is not included. We can provide an engineer at additional hourly rate or you can bring your own (or record yourself). One room Music Recording Studio with Sound booth. Neumann U 87 Ai Microphone Universal Audio LA-610 MKII Vocal Compressor/Pre-Amp Apollo Twin MkII Quad...
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from$35/hr
Multi-Use Creative Space: Board Games & Recording Studio
16 miles from San Mateo, CA
4.7(3)
10...Looking for a versatile, private space to record content, host podcasts, or create videos? Our Board Game Room is not only the perfect place for game nights, but it also doubles as a creative recording studio! Whether you're an aspiring YouTuber, podcaster, or content...
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from$150/hr
Harry M. Smith Conference Room at Union Square
16.2 miles from San Mateo, CA
4.9(530)
45Our warm and bright conference room is located on the top floor of our historic building (adjacent to St. Francis hotel), one block from San Francisco's Union Square. Within walking distance of dozens of The City's hotels, and easily accessible by public transportation, the former...
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from$625/hr
A unique Lower Polk venue offering multiple dynamic event spaces, perfect for any occasion!
16.4 miles from San Mateo, CA
4.9(62)
150Turn up the volume on your next event at San Francisco's most exciting and unforgettable venue. With six unique event spaces, two fully stocked bars, and a rhythm of customizable options, this is the ultimate stage for your celebration. Whether you're planning a corporate jam...
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from$100/hr
Gorgeous Modern Photo Studio for Headshots, Boudoir, Fashion
16.8 miles from San Mateo, CA
5.0(200)
10Welcome to my studio! I'm Cheshire Isaacs, a top-rated Bay Area photographer specializing in headshots/lifestyle portraits, boudoir, food, and performance. My beautiful storefront studio has a ton of diffuse natural light in the main room and is perfect for all kinds of portraits from headshots...
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from$50/hr
Downtown city view recording studio
17 miles from San Mateo, CA
10
...The Reef Studios, located in Downtown Oakland, is a community-driven production and recording studio. We specialize in producing, engineering, recording, and releasing music while also offering educational programs to teach music creation to the youth. we believe that, much like a coral reef, our...
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from$40/hr
Two Story Recording Studio Loft With Options For Filming Or Small Gathering/Meeting
17.8 miles from San Mateo, CA
5.0(7)
10...you're looking for a styled room for recording, filming, listening session, private work space, or meeting room let studio accommodate you. Our two level recording space has a specific vibe and feel to it that champions any successful creative endeavor. The space was created...
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from$73/hr
Loft with Natural Light, Brick Wall, & Kitchen
17.9 miles from San Mateo, CA
4.9(396)
25Beautiful 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$120/hr
Beautiful warehouse loft with brick walls
18.3 miles from San Mateo, CA
50
...converted warehouse loft that now functions has a live/work space. The current tenant uses the space as a photo studio, recording studio, and event space. The space features beautiful red brick walls with high ceilings, as well as painted brick walls. It features a roll...
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from$65/hr
PHOTOGRAPHER'S DREAM STUDIO! (Multiple Backgrounds)
23.1 miles from San Mateo, CA
5.0(438)
20We have an amazing studio with many backgrounds and tons of daylight. Our beautiful backgrounds include: BACKGROUNDS: - Beautiful Wisteria Wall - Lush Green Leaf Wall - Acacia Office Table Setup - Creative Sofa Artistic Space - Black and Gold Office (ask in advance if...
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from$150/hr
Professional & Bright Performance Venue
23.3 miles from San Mateo, CA
5.0(16)
45Voted 2022 BEST EVENT SPACE by El Cerrito City of Commerce. Our elegant venue is multi-functional. Space can be used for music concerts/recitals, art shows, storytelling, small theater production, dance/yoga classes, and more. We are located just steps away from El Cerrito Plaza. SPACE RENTAL...
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from$100/hr
Classy Vintage Yet Modern Recording Studio With Huge Instrument Room, Control Rooms, And Lounges
24.1 miles from San Mateo, CA
20
...Our studio is great for locations requiring an authentic music recording studio-vibe. It is spacious, modern yet with a vintage feel, with great lighting, musical props, and multiple recording rooms, booths, and lounges. Ideal activities would a set or location requiring studio live performance...
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from$35/hr
Uniquely located minutes from Downtown Campbell.
27.5 miles from San Mateo, CA
5.0(2)
5...Audio production and recording capabilities are available. State of the art sound and recording. This facility can also be used for photo shoots, video shoots , podcast background ,movie scenes, music meetings and much more. Side note this was also former studio of the The late...
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from$500/hr
Live Performance Theater with Media/Streaming Capabilities
28.7 miles from San Mateo, CA
100
...Venue, Lecture Hall, Performing Arts Space, Presentation Space, Seminar Room, Sound Stage, Stage, Church, Podcast Space, Recording Studio, Film Studio, Media Studio, Production Studio, Live Music recording Studio, Rehearsal Music Space, Recital Space, Rehearsal Theater Space. The stage is equipped with an electric drum set...
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from$85/hr
Jungle Life Music Recording Studio and Rehearsal Space
37.6 miles from San Mateo, CA
15
...bring their sound to life. Our state-of-the-art recording studio and rehearsal space offers everything you need to perfect your music. Studio Highlights: Professional Sound Equipment: Top-of-the-line recording gear, including high-quality microphones, mixing consoles, and studio monitors. Spacious and...
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from$85/hr
Jungle Life Music Recording Studio and Rehearsal Space (King Room)
37.6 miles from San Mateo, CA
12
...bring their sound to life. Our state-of-the-art recording studio and rehearsal space offers everything you need to perfect your music. Studio Highlights: Professional Sound Equipment: Top-of-the-line recording gear, including high-quality microphones, mixing consoles, and studio monitors. Spacious and...
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from$95/hr
Secluded Silicon Valley 3,000 sq ft of commercial grade recording studio in a 4,000 sq ft ranch style home.
46.1 miles from San Mateo, CA
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...Silicon Valley commercial recording studio only a 25 min drive from SJC Int'l Airport. Two 500 sq ft studios, plus four connected control rooms for recording/editing/mixing/mastering. Studio A features a 7' 1901 Steinway grand piano. Studio B features a 6'x5' isolation booth. Both...
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from$30/hr
Music Recording Studio In Central Tracy (420 Friendly!)
48.8 miles from San Mateo, CA
5.0(4)
12...Professional music recording studio located in Central Tracy! 420 Friendly [Fits 6-8 people comfortably] Book an Engineer for an additional $30/Hour (3-Hour Minimum) Daws: -Protools 12 -Logic X Pro Vocal Chain: -SHURE SM27 Microphone Speakers: -KRK Rokit 6 G3 6"Powered Studio Monitor...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How popular are recording studios in San Mateo?
Our local hosts have welcomed 1200+ people into their recording studios with reviews averaging 4.98 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 98%.
How long do people rent recording studios in San Mateo?
Most recording studios are scheduled for 5 hours, with 11 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Recording Studios 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 recording studios
Rony C.
High End Contemporary Space With Multiple Rental Areas - Only Available through October 16th
having lunch or grabbing some fresh air. Cindy and her team were available to help with all our AV needs. We even booked the music studio for a few hours to let our team showcase their talents. What a great experience for our team...
Rodrigo C.
Fully Equipped Mission Studio for Creative Projects & Productions
and also get some super tasty food. The studio is really complete, and you just need to worry about your cameras and mics. Matt is super communicative and makes everything so much easier. So happy with the results of the recording, I will come back...
Christopher D.
Photography and Video Production Studio
Angelica was kind and accommodating while showing me around the studio. Great to know there's a small cyc wall for rent in the SF area! The studio was quiet throughout the duration of my stay10am-1pm on a Saturday, though the large industrial building is also used for band...
Henry D.
Photography and Video Production Studio
Great studio. Easy load in and everything you need to shoot. One note on sound, this warehouse is primarily a practice studio for musicians. It was pindrop quiet until the rock band started playing next door during our second interview. If your focus is on recording audio I would recommend...
Amrin D.
Spacious Downtown Photo Studio
Seamless check in & check out, & perfect studio for our podcast recording
Chris G.
Private Recording Studio with Engineer
Alex's studio was perfect for the instructional video we were recording on classical guitar. The sound of the room was great thanks to the wood panels Alex had built and hung on the walls. These also made for a nice background for the video. Alex is very friendly and...
Jaisette H.
A unique Lower Polk venue offering multiple dynamic event spaces, perfect for any occasion!
We had the BEST surprise birthday party in the Music Studio! Tanner and the rest of the staff were absolutely amazing, accommodating, and helpful.
The space was perfect for our party and it was so simple to switch from wine and dessert to a full on karaoke jam session on...
Annika H.
Private Recording Studio with Engineer
We had an incredible experience at Alex's recording studio. He is very professional and incredibly skilled at recording music. We were blown away by this experience and would absolutely recommend it...
Geoffrey H.
Airy Daylight Photo Studio
This studio has a ton of natural light from two huge banks of windows. The host was accommodating and allowed us to use a vacant studio to re-record sound. Beware...there is a very busy road with lots construction right below the windows so if you are looking for...
Steve & Carla H.
A Forest Music Studio
We had such a great time at A Forest Music Studio. The space is clean, cozy, and just has a really good vibe overall. It was easy to settle in and get to work—everything sounded great and the gear was solid. You can tell a lot of care went...
Martino M.
Spacious, beautiful, boutique space for dance, yoga, fitness, rehearsals, photo shoots and events
the neighboring property was grinding metal non-stop and it interfered with the audio of the video I was recording.
For the price and the convenience, I do recommend the studio; but mostly for photography...
Ana Carolina O.
Psychedelic Immersive Mylar Mirrored Studio (perfect for photo/video shoots)
The experience was above and beyond, and I highly recommend it! The host answered quickly and provided all the tools for my video recording. The studio itself is not only outstanding but there are different scenarios that you can explore. I couldn't recommend it more...
Kristyann R.
Exclusive Venue in West Oakland
Everything I needed.
Thank you for the flexibility and finding us!
A great place to handle any business from makeup, photography, even a full music studio. Privacy was respected as well. I will be booking again in the future.
Thank you for the amazing opportunity.
kristyann...
Linas S.
Private Recording Studio with Engineer
space suits my needs perfectly. With all the noise in the City, it really difficult to record at home. I'm a songwriter that records his music on acoustic guitar. The studio is relatively small but versatile. It is acoustically insulated well and allows me to focus on my work...
Don S.
Music Recording Studio near Potrero Hill
The recording session was awesome and a rewarding experience. Adam is easy-going and extremely knowledgeable in his field.
Studio space was clean, neat and inviting.
Shuttermindz studio rates are unbeatable!
Thanks again Adam...
Melissa T.
Video Studio with Pro-Lighting (included)
The production set was perfect for my company. I am based out of Chicago and needed a studio for video recording. Alexander studio provided the perfect location for our VP. Alexander welcome my husband and me with warmth thank you. We were very happy with the setup of his studio...
Walter T.
Music / Podcast / Voiceover Recording Studio with In-House Engineer
is definitely a professional.
Despite a personal emergency on a very rainy day, he helped me record an interview with 2 participants over Zoom for my podcast with crisp, clear audio. His studio had all the gear I needed, and I'm looking forward to working with him again...
Isaac W.
Music / Podcast / Voiceover Recording Studio with In-House Engineer
to ensure that both parties would have everything ready for the session.
We booked a 4 hour session to record two hip-hop demos -- our first time in a recording studio. Adam warmly guided us through the recording and mixing process, and was as committed to the quality of the...
Katherine Y.
Music / Podcast / Voiceover Recording Studio with In-House Engineer
Adam is an incredible studio engineer and an absolute joy to work with. He was responsive when I asked questions prior to the booking and communicated everything very well before and during the session. The space is as advertised and with the tall ceilings, it feels bigger in person...
Michelle Y.
Downtown NYC Recording Studio
My music session at The Loft Space Music Studio was amazing! I had the chance to work with their in-house engineers, Chris Nicolos and Kyle Beirne, who were patient, encouraging, and skilled at what they do. The space was cozy and has everything you need. This space is so...