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NewVine Music Studios
Santa Monica, CA5.0 (2)
7 guests
NewVine Music Studios. MUSIC | RECORDING | PODCASTS | VOICEOVERS We are specialists at capturing great "record quality" vocals!
*Experienced Engineer included with our current Promo Rate
The space is a professional music production and recording studio based in the heart of SANTA MONICA, CA only blocks from the
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$250
/hr
4 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
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
S+T Loft
Wilshire Montana, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (1021)
40 guests
S+T Loft. "A planner's dream! Coffee, doughnuts, lunch and dinner all in the same building!!"
10% off discount at Sidecar Doughnuts
NEW for 2025: Two reserved parking spots
Our gorgeous 2,000 ft loft is spread over three floors with abundant natural light, easy load in, a variety of
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$95
/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
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
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
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
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
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
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
The Artloft, an airy space for shoots and events in Venice / Santa Monica
Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA8 guests
Featured in GQ as a top ten long term Airbnb, the Artloft is now available for photoshoots, meetings, and special events.
The space features plenty of natural light, fashionable furniture, and tons of art that rotates from time to time. Aside from being an established month to
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$150
/hr
3 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
Bright and Inviting Contemporary Art Gallery
Downtown, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (3)
180 guests
Bright and inviting, this contemporary art gallery is nestled in the heart of downtown Santa Monica, offering a dynamic and creative atmosphere that showcases a wide range of contemporary works. The space features an eclectic mix of contemporary street art, pop art, photography, and sculptural installations,
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$300
/hr
2 hr min
Santa Monica Retail Store Front & Creative Studio
Pico, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (17)
35 guests
Great space to film and take photos in!
We have two microphones with stands, monitors and interface for podcasting. Twenty foot ceilings with great natural light and a skylight. Includes speakers for music, WiFi and a fridge. Good for small parties, filming, and photo shoots.
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$100
/hr
2 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
Light filled, uniquely renovated rustic and modern large loft style apartment
Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA8 guests
Our beautiful and unique home is light filled, thoughtful and spacious. It was designed and renovated by us; we are creatives Sophia is a world renowned florist (lots of plants and amazing vessels in our space) and Matias is a restauranteur and design builder.
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$375
/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
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
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
Shared Workspace for Weekend Rental
Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (2)
50 guests
Warm, inviting, open floor plan workspace with separate kitchen.
* serene space with fountain, indoor plantscape and midcentury wood furnishings
* small shoots only. no more than 25 ppl in space.
* chairs and tables can be moved around for more space (the large center table is stationery)
*
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$125
/hr
3 hr min
OPEN! Spacious Studio w/ 25FT Cyc Wall & Tons of Gear Included
Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (580)
25 guests
1,500 sq. ft. studio in the heart of Santa Monica with a clean white cyclorama wall and 30 ft. high ceilings. The wall measures 25 feet x 9 feet. There is a large bay door (11 feet x 10 feet) that can be used to
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$70
/hr
4 hr min
Professional Luxury Meeting space with Plug 'n Play & 360 Video Conferencing
Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA5.0 (32)
10 guests
This meeting space holds up to 20 attendees and is perfect for a small corporate or social meeting, conference style, with the following amenities:
80 inch flat screen TV with plug and play connections for PC & Mac presentations
Owl Meeting Labs 360
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$150
/hr
2 hr min
Beach House Cowork
Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA4.9 (72)
8 guests
Beach House Cowork. Our space can fit up to 10 people. Has a large operable window facing main street which if opened gets a perfect sea breeze.
Included Amenities
Large Display
Large Whiteboard
Fridge
WiFi
Access to common areas and phone booths
Rooftop
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$45
/hr
3 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
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
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
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
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
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10 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 March 2026.
How much does a portrait photography location cost to rent in Santa Monica?
Portrait photography locations in Santa Monica average $51 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 $156, whereas larger venues run about $260 per hour.
portrait photography locations Pricing Range in Santa Monica, CA
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for portrait photography locations venues in Santa Monica, ranging between $155.85 and $260.
$51/hr average
What's the best day to rent a portrait photography location in Santa Monica?
Saturdays are the most popular day for booking portrait photography locations in Santa Monica. For those seeking a deal, consider booking Saturday and Sunday as these days are 29% cheaper on average.
How popular are portrait photography locations in Santa Monica?
Our local hosts have welcomed 237 people into their portrait photography locations with reviews averaging 4.96 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 98%.
How long do people rent portrait photography locations in Santa Monica?
Most portrait photography locations are scheduled for 3 hours, with 5 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Portrait Photoshoots starting between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM.
portrait photography locations Booking Times in Santa Monica, CA
Image representing average rental time for portrait photography 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 portrait photography locations
Paulina B.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
Nice studio with all the equipment you need for portraits! Recommended
Emily C.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
Great space! Had exactly what I needed for a 2 hour photoshoot for corporate headshots
Rob C.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
had reviewed already!! Great studio! Load in from the back, quick background changes and great overall facilities! Definitely will be booking as needed for headshots and portraits...
Anna D.
Secret Santa Monica Loft, Just off Lincoln
Beautifully lit and empty space! Was perfect for shooting some portraits
Grace E.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
We rented the space for our company headshots and it was perfect! Galina was extremely responsive and very friendly
Grace E.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
Clean space and great for headshots
Maximilian H.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
Used the studio for a portrait session. I brought my own equipment and with the provided equipment it got a bit tight but we made it work. Great selection of paper backdrops, load in and out is nice through a rear access...
Punyada I.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
Nice space for headshots and small shoot. Host is really responsive on the message
Amanda J.
OPEN! Spacious Studio w/ 25FT Cyc Wall & Tons of Gear Included
Great space. Perfect for the portrait sessions I was doing. Easy access with good instructions. Very responsive to questions. Will certainly rent again...
Robbie J.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
Space was great. Host was friendly and easy to reach. Included equipment was great for headshots
Mike M.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
Excellent space with the perfect amount of gear for the small headshot session i needed to do. Would absolutely recommend
Austin N.
Private Santa Monica Beach Photo Studio
Great space and great host! Quick and easy communication. Worked perfectly for headshots setup for me
Michael R.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
Space was clean and as advertised. Perfect for a headshots with plenty of amenities right there for you. Galina was communicative and helpful...
Jordan S.
Downtown Industrial Studio Loft Space
The natural light in the middle of the day made any additional bouncing unnecessary. A quick session gave me a complete lookbook and updated headshots...
Aisha S.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
The host was very responsive and helpful. The space is small perfect for portrait type shoots. I was doing a small makeup shoot with three models. The space did appear as advertised. There is a separate room for changing and has a vanity which is perfect. We did have some...
Daniel S.
Ocean View Modern Organic Condo in Santa Monica Overlooking the Malibu Coastline
Wonderful spot for our founder headshots. Perfect lighting, lovely vibe, and easy working wiht Griffin. Highly recommend
Monica W.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
Love this space forever my go to for headshots and beauty shoots
Avery W.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
Super convenient location in Santa Monica with a great light and backdrop set up. Worked extremely well to get both fitness photos and stylized portraits. Would 100% book again...
Noah W.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
Communication was informative and clear. Access was simple and easy. The space is perfect for solo portraits
Avery W.
Creative Space - Photo Studio with All lighting equipment and backdrops included
Great studio space for shooting portraits. second time renting this space and would definitely book again
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