Creative Art Studios for Rent in Manhattan, NY

In Manhattan, prices of creative art studios average $165 hire fee per hour. The cost depends on capacity, location, and equipment available. Some spaces may offer lower prices on certain days of the week, so make sure to keep an eye out for discounted options. You can find options that offer packages with crew or professional gear, which can also affect the booking costs. Here's a breakdown of price ranges in Manhattan on Tagvenue (data from December 2025):

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:

• NYC Event Rental Space 22A at Event Venue NYC Manhattan 22nd Floor in Garment District - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘staff is great, very comfortable studio, great convenient location - I definitely will come back...’

• Midtown Dance Room 1 at Dance Rooms NY in Koreatown - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘It had A/C and a great sound système. Will definitely be renting again...’

• Cre8ive Space 3-2 at Cre8ive NYC in NoMad - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘This studio is absolutely fantastic!’

Of course! The Garment District is home to many of New York City's showrooms and to numerous major fashion labels; moreover, it is a vibrant neighborhood full of places that feel like home for many designers, producers, and other professionals working in creative industries. Some of the best recommendations include:

• Event Venue NYC Manhattan 22nd Floor - This space is perfect for those envisioning photography sessions with ample natural light and breathtaking views of the Empire State Building. Located just blocks from Times Square, it offers three newly renovated studios. It is great for photo and video shoots, with packages starting at $225 for a 3-hour rental, and it's also suitable for events like birthday parties, bridal, and baby showers.
• Studio 1418 - Do you need a venue that can serve as a photography studio, meeting room, showroom, and more? This West 38th Street location provides everything that's necessary for your next creative event! It's a large, loft open space that can be booked starting at $150 per hour.
• Freddy's Studio - If you're seeking quality full-service at an affordable rate in NYC, Freddy's Studio is the answer. They offer end-to-end services for your photo shoot, including post-production editing, starting at just $50 per hour.

Big projects need big spaces! This is why we came up with a list of big creative studios in Manhattan:

• Cineplay - The Club. This venue boasts a generous 4,000 square feet of customizable open space, making it ideal for various events, from corporate meetings and workshops to filming sessions and private parties. One of its standout features is an in-house bar. The space can comfortably accommodate up to 200 guests. 
• The Annex at The Sixth Floor Loft. Located just off Union Square, this expansive 3,000+ square foot raw space awaits your creative event. Whether you're planning an art exhibition, press event, fashion campaign, runway show, or a creators’ meeting, this space is fully customizable to fit your needs. It has the capacity to host up to 150 guests.