The 9 best locations to rent for your photoshoot in New York City

New York City is one of the world’s most unique cities, and there’s all sorts of different looks the city displays and consequently we at Giggster offer on rent. Oceanfront properties, Zen farms, highrises, there’s a varied range of aesthetics and styles available in NYC which look incredible on camera. There are also a few production studios and staging areas in case you’d like complete control over the environment. In this list, we’ve selected from the best and cherry picked the 9 best photoshoot locations to rent for your photoshoot in New York City. We hope you find what you’re looking for.

A simple, charming studio loft with plenty of open space, this professional setup is ideal for any photoshoot you might want to do. The rental for this studio also includes lighting equipment, white and black backdrops, and access to a 25ft wide cyclorama. The studio also has different textured walls and other equipment you can rent to enhance the stylistic attributes of your images, including wind and fog machines, unique props and much more.

A beautiful craftsman home nestled amidst tall trees with waterfront views of the Hudson, this charming home is an ideal location for still shoots. The white-walled home is well finished with vibrant touches of natural greens and browns coming from the interior plants and wooden furniture. However there are a few permits to be mindful of while finalising on this location, the details of which can be found on the listing page for this property.

A two-storeyed ranch home with its own private dock located on heavily wooded hilly grounds, this lake house really is something else. Sliding glass doors across the back of the house lead to a 600sq. ft. private deck which looks spectacular on camera. The interiors are richly decorated with tasteful wooden furniture and features fitted within an open floor plan, perfect for most photoshoots. There’s also a fire-pit by the lake which, needless to say - but will be said, is a great photo opportunity.

Built in 1964, this dated multi-family home has one feature which is truly timeless - a large backyard which directly overlooks the endless ocean. Great for outdoor photoshoots especially during the golden sunset hours, this listing really has a very homely, family vibe to it. There’s also an elevated, glass covered seating area indoors which offers even more breathtaking views of the ocean.

A fully renovated and restored Victorian home, the exterior of the property preserves its rich heritage while the interiors resemble a modern home. High ceilings, a fully equipped chef’s kitchen, stained glass windows, a fireplace, there’s a lot for a camera to like about this property. Different levels of this home include all sorts of rooms including a powder room and a ready-to-entertain basement. To know more details about the rooms, see other pictures, or learn more about the filming permits, please follow this link to the listing page for this renovated Victorian home.

An exquisite lakefront ranch style home, this property has everything and more you would need for an incredible photoshoot. French doors, gazebos, exposed stone walls, firepits, a guest house … there’s all sorts of different looks and backdrops here. The large grounds provide quite the camp setup which includes horse stables and a cow shed. If you’re looking for a single solution for various backdrops, styles and aesthetics, then this listing is definitely one you should consider seriously.

Sitting on a massive 40,000sq. ft. plot and built in a new modern colonial style, this listing offers beautiful views from the back deck which overlooks a forestline. The interiors are well decorated with a tasteful mix of wooden and steel furniture and accents. The outdoor patio is made with light wood and looks incredible on camera as well. Early morning shoots here allow you to capture the natural fog that settles in the wide open grounds in which the home rests.

A Scandinavian styled barn home set against the backdrop of the Catskills and Shawangunk mountains, this European house has a tranquil and serene vibe around it. Perched in a clearing among the woods, large natural windows and natural wood finishes add to the surreal calmness of the listing. With plenty of outdoor and indoor areas, any photoshoot here is bound to result in some great photos.

A 3,400 sq. ft. photo production space this listing is great if you’re trying to make something quirky and different. The free rentals for this photoshoot production space include an on-site studio manager and a fluorescent lighting track, while you can also rent out other equipment including the projector system and more. For more details about the equipment or the location, please check out the listing page.

And that’s the list folks. From well-kept secrets to more popular locations, this list offers a bit of everything and these listings lend themselves beautifully on camera and can be tweaked slightly to best fit your needs. Furthermore, this isn’t an exhaustive list. In case you’ve a different aesthetic or style in mind, then don’t worry. Please follow this link to explore other top photoshoot locations you can rent in New York City for your photo projects.

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