Photo Studios for Rent in Manhattan, NY

In Manhattan, prices of photo studios average $150 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 January 2026):

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated January 2026), the best options include:

• Rooftops at Colliton Studio in NoMad - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘Incredible space, better people...’

• Living Room Podcast Set at ASL Studios 37th & 8th in Garment District - rated 5/5
  Venue said: Welcome to our brand new, state of the art Video and Photography Production Space in Midtown Manhattan. Located between 8th and 9th ave on W 37th Street a few blocks from Penn Station and public transit.

• 23A Empire State View Free EQ at Event Rental Space Manhattan 23rd Floor in Garment District - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Really great location and view with very easy access...’

Manhattan has a wide range of photo studios available, so whether you’re planning a photo shoot outdoors, in an open studio space or with a particular backdrop (like a gallery, loft, or a warehouse), you’ll be sure to find the perfect space for yourself. Of course the most popular spaces are simple, white studios where you can curate your own space to suit your needs. Studios also range in size, so if you’re planning a bigger project, make sure to book a space large enough for your crew, equipment and models. 

When it comes to photo studios in Manhattan, you ought to check out what’s included in the rental offer. Some studios will not have any equipment available, apart from the backdrop for the photos, while others will come fully equipped, or equipped at an additional cost. Most of the time you can expect to find green screens and cycloramas, lights and light stands as well as tripods. Sometimes there will also be reflectors available, as well as computers and software to edit your photos as you shoot. Make sure to contact the host, and ask what’s included in the rental fee, and if the equipment is included in the price.

You should always buy insurance when renting a photo studio. Locations in Manhattan are very professional, and breaking something valuable inside them would cost an absolute fortune to repair. Not to mention that if something were to happen to a member of the crew during the photo shoot, it could also cause some problems. Your best option is to choose an insurance company, cover minor costs, and not worry about potential damage. Of course, in 99% of the cases nothing will happen, but do you really want to risk it?