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Santa Monica Studios
Downtown, Santa Monica, CA20 guests
Santa Monica Studios. *** ALL GEAR IS INCLUDED ***
Hourly Rate includes (3) RED Cameras with Canon Zoom Lenses, Tripods, C stands, KINO FLO House lights, Jib/Crane, Dana Dolly rail system and other in house gear when using our crew. In addition, Yamaha TF1 Sound Mixer, SoundDevices 633 Recorder,
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$440
/hr
4 hr min
Operation Podcast
Pico, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (10)
4 guests
Operation Podcast. Comes with engineer for all audio and video equipment.
The studio is equipped with professional video lights and accommodates up to 4 guests (host + 3 guests) total. An ideal filming location for your podcast, TikTok and Instagram videos, courses, or any other content needs you may
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$250
/hr
1 hr min
Encapsulate Studio
Pico, Santa Monica, CA4.9 (670)
15 guests
Encapsulate Studio. Large 700 sq ft studio located in the heart of Santa Monica:
Retractable skylight cover for black out atmosphere.
Main floor very large wide open, tall space with a lot of natural light, four 7 ft wide retractable backdrops and several smaller 54
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$45
/hr
1 hr min
GAT Studios & Productions
Santa Monica, CA5.0 (8)
6 guests
GAT Studios & Productions . One bigger room that is a video room self tapes for actors, headshots, photoshoot for any purpose, video creation for Youtube, blogs or anything you need. Rental of the video room for production. Also editing possible.
One smaller room with vocal booths for sound recording
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$90
/hr
1 hr min
S+T Loft
Wilshire Montana, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (1021)
40 guests
S+T Loft. Shoot | Film Studio Production | Fitness Video | Fitting Meeting | Head Shot | Kickstarter Video | Promotional Video | Photo Shoot | Photo Studio | Portrait | Photoshoot | Pre Production Meeting | Production Meeting | Product Shoot | Promotional Shoot | Shoot |
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$95
/hr
4 hr min
Leah Kirsch
Sunset Park, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (1)
30 guests
Leah Kirsch. This is Leah Kirsch's very own flagship art gallery, clothing store and art studio. With her signature graffiti style calligraphy covering the walls and floor and her studio in behind doors in the back, the LK space makes for a truly iconic spot to shoot anything
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$120
/hr
4 hr min
Cutting-Edge 3000 Sq Ft Motion Capture Space for Creative Minds
Santa Monica, CA10 guests
Welcome to our impressive 3000 square foot studio, a highly versatile creative space designed for innovative minds. With an unassuming aesthetic and a range of first class features, our studio is the perfect backdrop for a variety of projects.
The centerpiece of our studio is a state
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$500
/hr
2 hr min
Santa Monica fitness and personal training studio
Downtown, Santa Monica, CA47 guests
In the heart of Santa Monica, our high end fitness studio has loads of natural light, pitched ceilings, wall to wall mirrors, bathrooms and showers, and large reception area.
We also have a separate person training space with different lighting states in a blacked out room.
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$250
/hr
2 hr min
Santa Monica Podcast Studio - 3 Camera Setup and Engineer Ready
Pico, Santa Monica, CA4.9 (46)
7 guests
The studio is located in the heart of Santa Monica near the 10 free way. The studio is equipped to host up to a 4 person podcast setup. With your booking you get access to four mics, three cameras, video switcher, audio receiver and lighting equipment,
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$80
/hr
1 hr min
Operation Podcast
Pico, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (12)
4 guests
Operation Podcast. Comes with engineer for all audio and video equipment.
The studio is equipped with professional video lights and accommodates up to 4 guests (host + 3 guests) total. An ideal filming location for your podcast, TikTok and Instagram videos, courses, or any other content needs you may
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$250
/hr
1 hr min
Santa Monica Loft
Santa Monica, CA20 guests
Bright, Spacious Loft in Iconic Pugh + Scarpa Building – Santa Monica
A stunning, large open plan loft filled with natural light. Features a modern kitchen, dining and living areas, and a private patio. Perfect for informal gatherings, creative meetings, or cocktail events in a beautifully designed
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$125
/hr
4 hr min
Santa Monica Retail Store Front & Creative Studio
Pico, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (17)
35 guests
with great natural light and a skylight. Includes speakers for music, WiFi and a fridge. Good for small parties, filming, and photo shoots. This is my design studio, I’m frequently on the road for work and really flexible.
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$100
/hr
2 hr min
Spectacular light in Modern Coastal Santa Monica home
Sunset Park, Santa Monica, CA4.9 (28)
8 guests
The perfect backdrop for your next photo shoot in this Contemporary Spanish style home in Santa Monica. Natural stones and woods, contemporary furniture and clean lines, this home is bathed in natural light throughout the day. This home is the essence of coastal living.
Capture
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$196
/hr
4 hr min
Bright Top-Floor Santa Monica Condo with High Ceilings – Ideal for Film & Photo Shoots
Wilshire Montana, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (2)
25 guests
Welcome to this top floor Santa Monica condo, a light filled modern space with soaring ceilings, skylights, and expansive windows that flood the home with natural light all day. Perfect for creatives, this clean and versatile location is ideal for film shoots, video shoots, and photoshoots
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$75
/hr
4 hr min
Private Santa Monica Photo Studio with 4 Luxe Sets
Sunset Park, Santa Monica, CA4 guests
Conveniently located on the westside, our studio's interior exudes contemporary charm, featuring a graceful curved ivory velvet couch, enchanting pampas leaves, a sleek black CB2 velvet chair, an eye catching panel wall, and a bed adorned with a rust colored linen comforter (ivory duvet is also
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$70
/hr
2 hr min
OPEN! Spacious Studio w/ 25FT Cyc Wall & Tons of Gear Included
Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (580)
25 guests
| Shoot | Workout Video | Apparel Shoot | Clothing Shoot | Commercial Photoshoot | Fashion Shoot | Head Shot | Photo Shoot | Photo Studio | Portrait | Photoshoot | Product Shoot | Promotional Photoshoot | Stills
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$70
/hr
4 hr min
Beach House CoWork
Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (39)
20 guests
Beach House CoWork. Host your next production, team meeting, client presentation, or brainstorming session in our large, professional conference room located in the heart of Santa Monica. Designed for productivity and comfort, this space is ideal for collaborative discussions, workshops, and business meetings.
Features & Amenities:
✅ Large Connected Display –
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$75
/hr
4 hr min
Untld Recordings
Sunset Park, Santa Monica, CA10 guests
Untld Recordings. is perfect for a wide range of creative activities, including but not limited to:
Music + vocal recording and production
Voiceover work
Video and photo shoots
Mixing, mastering, and post production
Layout & Features:
The studio is thoughtfully designed with distinct areas to suit your needs, including but not limited to:
Recording Booth
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$50
/hr
4 hr min
Recording and Podcast Studio
Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (211)
6 guests
*** We just added a third couch and two new podcastings room. Photos coming soon**** The podcast setup includes (4) SM7 mics, (3) Lumix cameras, a GVM dome light and Aputure lights. I'll be there to set levels and can also mix and edit your
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$50
/hr
1.5 hr min
The Kitchen Studios
Sunset Park, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (20)
7 guests
The Kitchen Studios. Our studio is one of the best in LA for any of your audio or music needs!
We are completely soundproof and can record full live bands as well as podcasts, singers, or any instrument you can think of including our beautiful upright Kawai piano and vintage
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$70
/hr
4 hr min
Modern GYM and Physical Therapy Office
Sunset Park, Santa Monica, CA35 guests
and custom orthotics.
Our space is a versatile GYM and physical therapy office, ideal for a variety of activities including film productions, photo shoots, and private events. The professional and modern environment is perfectly suited to meet the needs of any creative project.
Ideal Activities:
Film and television
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$500
/hr
4 hr min
Eclectic Coffee Shop in Santa Monica
Sunset Park, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (1)
30 guests
Space:
Film Productions: The cozy and stylish interior of the coffee shop makes it an excellent backdrop for film and photo shoots. The natural lighting and tasteful decor create a visually pleasing environment for capturing scenes and moments.
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$180
/hr
4 hr min
Retro 1960 1970s Venice Beach Loft
Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (1)
7 guests
In the midst of the west side, where The Doors meets Dogtown; is the retro and stylish, 1960s 1970s themed apartment 7 blocks away from the beach. Jefferson Airplane, Jimi Hendrix, Grateful Dead, Hunter S. Thompson and more. Step into the early 70s for a retro
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$75
/hr
3 hr min
Chic Bright Santa Monica Studio
Wilshire Montana, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (1)
10 guests
Features hardwood floors, open lighting, modern kitchen and bathroom (completely renovated last year!)
500 sq ft studio apartment
open floor plan
right near Montana Avenue
Street permit parking available through the City. Laundry on site. N of Wilshire location
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$150
/hr
2 hr min
Poolside gossip in sunny Santa Monica
Sunset Park, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (6)
20 guests
Beautiful west facing yard with pool, hot tub, seating area surrounding fire pit and lawn area. In addition you will also have access to our recently renovated contemporary kitchen/dining/lounge area, with large sliding doors that open out on to the yard.
You will also have access to
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$250
/hr
4 hr min
Incredible Art Gallery to Rent for Events and Filming
Pico, Santa Monica, CA100 guests
We are an art gallery located in the heart of Bergamot Station Arts Center.
Our gallery is a single room space that can be divided into multiple spaces with moveable walls.
Filming productions, hosting private events, and renting for business meetings are ideal for any given
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$475
/hr
4 hr min
Colorful Midcentury Vaulted Family Room w/Bar, Sunken Fireplace, 50s/60s Decor, Greenery, Natural Light
Sunset Park, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (4)
10 guests
Soaring, colorful, spacious sunlit 1960s family room/den featuring natural materials (tile, flagstone, knotty pine). Many different moments within space. Vibe can skew from rustic mountain cabin to eclectic Brady Bunch to midcentury modern depending on angle and lighting and wardrobe.
•warm vaulted knotty pine 15 ft ceiling
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$150
/hr
2 hr min
Santa Monica Resort Style Home - Cabo and Bali Influences
Sunset Park, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (4)
25 guests
This is the perfect indoor/outdoor set up for a photo shoot, either in the chef's kitchen or outside with fantastic modern dining table and a modern wooden deck with hanging chairs. The pool, spa and backyard lend themselves well to lifestyle shoots, and the
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$200
/hr
4 hr min
Santa Monica Quiet and Bright Oasis
Santa Monica, CA5.0 (2)
6 guests
The space is a Sanctuary beautifully decorated and a clean, peaceful atmosphere. There are carpets both upstairs and downstairs and pretty comfortable couches. One of the walls is a retractable garage, which opens and brightens the space even more and lets fresh air in. There is
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$150
/hr
2 hr min
Pink Beach House
North of Montana, Santa Monica, CA20 guests
A historical beachfront home in Santa Monica. This fully furnished property sits on an extraordinarily large lot right on the sand, featuring an expansive lawn, lush gardens, a pool, and a dining cabana for outdoor enjoyment. The lush landscaping includes an outdoor fountain and shower, perfect
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$667
/hr
1 hr min
Spooky Halloween Bar
Pico, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (2)
80 guests
Weary Livers Bar: The Perfect Space for Filming & Private Parties
Step into the world of Weary Livers Bar, a hidden gem in Santa Monica that’s not just a bar—it’s an experience. With its charming Victorian theme and apothecary vibes, this unique space offers the perfect backdrop
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$150
/hr
4 hr min
2 Bedroom Apartment w/Funky Kitchen & Charming Vintage English Style
Santa Monica, CA5.0 (1)
24 guests
this place your own and move things around accordingly to fit your photo/video needs.
Can be used for:
film shoots
photo shoots
interviews
content creation
We love hosting people!
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$90
/hr
2 hr min
Sunny Boutique Pilates Studio with Natural Light in Santa Monica
Pico, Santa Monica, CA25 guests
Good Body Pilates Studio is a bright and welcoming boutique space located in the heart of Santa Monica, CA. The studio is filled with natural light thanks to its large front window (frosted for privacy) and two skylights, creating a warm and sunny atmosphere. It features
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$150
/hr
2 hr min
Santa Monica airport hangar with ocean views or Hollywood hills
Sunset Park, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (5)
10 guests
* photo shoots
* video shoots
* lounge
* kitchenette
* single engine airplane can be used as prop
* 1962 Ford thunderbird
* 1982 Porsche 928
* Retro Honda Motorcycle
* 1200 sqft of usable space
* great for travel brands
* music videos
* general aviation
Plenty use cases. Can show space prior
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$250
/hr
4 hr min
Rustic Modern Farm House with Redwood Trees!
Pacific Palisades, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (1)
25 guests
Big open floorplan in main living room and kitchen. 5 bedrooms and 3 baths. Big backyard ( and sun deck) with 7 enormous redwood trees!! Feels like you could be in Big Sur but you're in Santa Monica! Chicken coop, with chickens and garden up a
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$415
/hr
8 hr min
USHER VILLA ELEVATE IN STYLE: CHIC BEL AIR
Bel Air, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (1)
40 guests
Pricing: Pricing is based on the total number of cast and crew, as well as the areas you plan to use during production or events. Rates listed are for a single area only, and additional areas will need to be discussed and agreed upon. Let’s jump
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$350
/hr
10 hr min
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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 March 2026.
How much does a photo shoot location cost to rent in Santa Monica?
Photo shoot locations in Santa Monica average $67 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 $159, whereas larger venues run about $274 per hour.
photo shoot locations Pricing Range in Santa Monica, CA
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for photo shoot locations venues in Santa Monica, ranging between $158.73 and $274.29.
$67/hr average
What's the best day to rent a photo shoot location in Santa Monica?
Saturdays are the most popular day for booking photo shoot locations in Santa Monica. For those seeking a deal, consider booking Sunday and Friday as these days are 14% cheaper on average.
How popular are photo shoot locations in Santa Monica?
Our local hosts have welcomed 3924 people into their photo shoot locations with reviews averaging 4.91 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 97%.
How long do people rent photo shoot locations in Santa Monica?
Most photo shoot locations are scheduled for 4 hours, with 5 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Photo Shoots starting between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM.
photo shoot locations Booking Times in Santa Monica, CA
Image representing average rental time for photo shoot locations in Santa Monica, emphasizing most start between 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
9:00 AM4:00 PM
Reviews for photo shoot locations
Aleksandra A.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
helpful, non-obtrusive host + Quick response + Convenient location = Amazing experience for me and a model.
I highly recommend Galina’s studio for your next photo shoot...
Eboness B.
CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE (message on IG @lightspacelocations for updates) Loft Living Room Style Studio with Floor to Ceiling Windows and Amazing Views
perfect hostess! Very accommodating and professional.
The space is so dreamy!! The perfect space for "next level" shoots, was exactly what I was looking for to shoot my company's Brand Photography. Would absolutely rent this space again...
Carlos D.
Santa Monica Dance/Movement Studio/Meeting/Rehearsal Space with Outdoor Courtyard and Natural Light
Amazing shoot for photography. Lots of natural light, huge mirror and a ton of eclectic objects within the space to accent photos. The outdoor space is also special with a beautiful mural, large rust colored gate and more. I'm booking again...
Sandra E.
Secret Santa Monica Loft, Just off Lincoln
The property folks were great to work with, and was an awesome space to shoot in for our photography needs. Just a tip, if you’re working there in the winter months, dress warm as it can be drafty inside...
Rochelle F.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
This studio was great! Perfect spot for a photo shoot
Eli G.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
Space was perfect for small photo shoot. Lights were awesome, plenty of supplies
Ryan J.
Secret Santa Monica Loft, Just off Lincoln
lot of character - It feels interesting and historic. It's bigger than it looks in the photos! Location is very convenient. Maxwell and co. were helpful, accommodating, and professional. Our shoot went smoothly and I'd be happy to consider this location again for future projects...
Anneah L.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
Recently rented this place out for a photo shoot and it was perfect! Galina met with us a few minutes before to give us a tour of the place which was great. The space came with professional lighting which was much needed. Overall great experience and we will be booking...
Jenna P.
Bright & Modern Event Space
photos of the upstairs deck are slightly misleading, as it isn't as large as it looks in the photos and the plants in the planters aren't in great shape, so that's something to be aware of if you're planning to use it for a photo shoot...
Val P.
Modern Film + Photography Location in Santa Monica
This space was perfect for my business photoshoot! There are so many different spaces to get creative with shooting that it made the experience fun. We definitely got some amazing photos. This is such a great creative space for people to work also. The host was very responsive and extremely...
Olivia P.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
This space was perfect for my swimwear brand’s photo shoot. The loft was great for organizing the looks, and was nice to have a full length mirror and vanity up there as well. The studio lighting was amazing! Such great natural light and also high quality light equipment provided...
Jessica P.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
the photographer I used both times with use it for his own purposes as well as another photographer who was at my shoot.
This time the photo not thing I will say, when I arrived is there were no paper towels by the sink in the bathroom and the garbage...
Amanda R.
Santa Monica Photo/Video Studio
Julian was great to work with and the space even had a bike which we put to use. Perfect for an office / startup photo shoot...
Michaela S.
Affordable Venice Fashion Shoot Home ft. Lush Private Garden
Loved the space for my photography shoot
Chanelle V.
Organic Modern Venice Walk Street Home
This space was as beautiful as the pictures advertised for our photography shoot! Paul was very communicative throughout our booking. Keep in mind parking can be a bit tough but its Venice, and still managed to easily load/unload and access the property. Overall a smooth booking...
Ashley W.
Beautiful and Spacious Event & Meeting Space in Santa Monica
fantastic host! She was super helpful and kind, with a wonderful energy.
The space was as advertised and worked out beautifully for our photo shoot casting.
Would definitely recommend...
Kyle W.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
really enjoyed this space and cannot wait to work here again when I come back to LA to handle photo shoots for clients...
Avery W.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
Great studio and host. My favorite spot for photo shoots in LA
Mike W.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
Highly recommend for anyone who needs a quick photo or video shoot. Not gonna find a better price with as many resources...
Erin Y.
Modern Film + Photography Location in Santa Monica
We had a great shoot at Jordan's space. The space was bright, clean and exactly as it appeared in photos. Parking behind the location was super convenient, as well as having plenty of food options nearby! Jordan was also very kind and eager to help us when we had...
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