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A modern interior space featuring a dining area with a table and chairs, a staircase in the background, and decorative wall art.
from$30/hr
Luxe-Garden Studio

Evanston, IL

4.8(12)
Venue capacity icon10
...Creating an atmosphere that is both sophisticated and inviting, this GARDEN STUDIO provides a sense of spaciousness, making it an ideal retreat for solo travelers, couples seeking a cozy getaway, or parents with small children. One of the highlights this GARDEN UNIT is the heated...
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A two-story light blue house with yellow doors sits on a well-maintained lawn, featuring a stone path and patio furniture in the backyard.
from$100/hr
Luxe-Haus of Love—The 1938 Cape Cod |Heated FLRS |

Evanston Township, IL

5.0(3)
Venue capacity icon30
20 mins from popping downtown Chicago and tucked within one of the Northside’s finest tree-line streets—The Haus of Love: A modern wood burning fireplace, new hardwood floors, and a bright airy space greets you in this newly renovated Kosher inspired design Spacious Eat-In Kitchen w/ double everything. Separate...
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A two-story green house with a wooden deck on one side, situated alongside a narrow path and adjacent to a brick building.
from$150/hr
Light-Filled, Open Floor Plan Ideal for Productions/Photos

Near Evanston, IL

5.0(4)
Venue capacity icon24
Welcome to our spacious and beautifully remodeled home, perfect for your next production shoot! Located on a double lot on the north side of Chicago, our home offers ample space and natural light, making it an ideal setting for your production needs. With its recent...
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A stone path lined with greenery and illuminated by string lights runs alongside a house in the evening.
from$150/hr
New photos, areas, and pricing! "Pottery Barn" home on Chicago's North Shore ready for you. Discount for photo-only shoots. See a current social media campaign shot here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WsVd53HzAwwy

2.9 miles from Evanston, IL

5.0(10)
Venue capacity icon20
See a Christmas video currently airing on social media and all shot in our home: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WsVd53HzAwwy. We have a large French Country home with an enormous kitchen which opens into a vaulted family room with a floor to ceiling stone fireplace. Our venue includes a...
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A garden area with a wooden bench surrounded by various potted plants and greenery.
from$175/hr
Fantatic Rehabbed 1890's Greystone House

4.5 miles from Evanston, IL

4.8(4)
Venue capacity icon30
...Beautiful and spacious, lovingly rehabbed, late 1890s greystone building with great backyard with pond. Large open floorplan on 2nd level including chef's kitchen with private downstairs bedroom suite, with large backyard garden area. Sun room and balcony off of upstairs master suite overlooking the...
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The room features a vibrant orange wall with a triangular artwork above a green stone fireplace, complemented by a blue sectional sofa and a glass coffee table.
from$65/hr
Hammy Wammy

4.6 miles from Evanston, IL

5.0(151)
Venue capacity icon40
...Art Gallery. We are a three-room storefront featuring neon, murals, a stage, and multiple photo/video backdrops. Dressing room, kitchenette, and back garden are also included. Use our conveniently located Uptown/Ravenswood space for your next photo shoot, video production, or small event. A video tour...
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A spacious interior with wooden tables and chairs, where several people are engaged in various activities, including browsing a wall display and conversing.
from$140/hr
Warm, child-friendly, co-working space with open play area and coffeehouse seating

5.4 miles from Evanston, IL

4.9(72)
Venue capacity icon50
Le Village Cowork. Our co-working space is open, friendly and inviting, with a childcare area great for birthday parties, engagement parties, work events, and more! Flexible options for use of the space. Includes a kitchenette with a standard-sized refrigerator/freezer, microwave, toaster oven, and coffee maker...
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A backyard scene features a rock garden with beach balls, umbrellas, and string lights, set against a clear blue sky.
from$100/hr
Backyard Oasis Complete with Vintage Camper, Pond and Small Hill in Chicago

6.1 miles from Evanston, IL

5.0(7)
Venue capacity icon10
...surprising backyard oasis located 30 minutes from downtown Chicago. This city lot features chlorinated pond (fits 5 comfortably), waterfall, 1963 Avion 24ft camper (recently renovated on HGTV's Renovation Goldmine), sitting area, dining area, and a small hill filled with annual & perennial plants. Amenities include...
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A stone sculpture of a bear is mounted on a brick wall adjacent to a lush, landscaped garden filled with potted plants and a winding stone path.
from$75/hr
Lakeview/Boystown Garden Space with available kitchen

6.2 miles from Evanston, IL

5.0(63)
Venue capacity icon25
...With a house tucked into the back of a garden front yard, in the middle of boystown, near many restaurants, bars, the space is perfect to be both in Chicago and to feel like you have gotten away. The space is perfect for photo shoots...
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A backyard scene features a seating area with four chairs and an umbrella surrounding a fire pit, set against a backdrop of a garden and a house with a large window.
from$50/hr
Large Chicago Garden Space

6.2 miles from Evanston, IL

Venue capacity icon20
...This is a large functioning garden space with ample lawn and beautiful garden spaces throughout. Perfect for filming natural garden shots with a hidden nook to store gear. This space is dog friendly and there is outdoor power access available. Please be aware that this...
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A narrow outdoor space features a small black table with two chairs, two air conditioning units, potted plants, and a decorative fence.
from$89/hr
Unique and Spacious Converted Storefront Loft

6.5 miles from Evanston, IL

4.9(183)
Venue capacity icon50
Our unique and stylish venue is perfect for your next event! This is an updated and converted storefront with an apartment area and tiny outdoor area. You will have the entire storefront, 2 restrooms, full kitchen, coat/ storage room and small outdoor area to yourself...
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A narrow outdoor area with a gravel surface, flanked by a brick building and a wooden structure, featuring doors and windows.
from$20/hr
All-White Storefront Production Space in Irving Park

6.5 miles from Evanston, IL

4.9(951)
Venue capacity icon40
Our stylish and bright venue is a great colorful canvas space for your next production project! Within our 600 sq. ft space we offer a cozy sitting area, complete with a sofa, coffee table and Instagram-worthy bamboo accent chairs. You can bring your own food...
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A narrow stone path leads through a lush garden filled with various plants and flowers, with a seating area visible in the background.
from$275/hr
Modern and Airy Urban Oasis with Secret Courtyard Garden

7.4 miles from Evanston, IL

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon60
...century Chicago brick commercial storefront has been converted into a luxurious living and workspace with a modern addition and a beautiful secret garden. Perfect for film or photo shoots, this modern and light-filled space is architecturally unique with modern interiors and a landscaped courtyard...
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VERSATILE GALLERY IN THE HEART OF LOGAN SQUARE Image in Logan Square, Chicago, IL
from$185/hr
VERSATILE GALLERY IN THE HEART OF LOGAN SQUARE

7.4 miles from Evanston, IL

5.0(137)
Venue capacity icon75
Walk through our gallery in 3D! https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=SaFbgv3XrdJ Instagram @thelonghallchicago for more pictures. On Saturdays we only offer a package that includes 6-12 hours of venue plus full decorations. Please contact us for more info. Weekdays (Mon -Thu) are $150/hour. Boutique event space in Logan square...
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A backyard features a wooden deck with seating and a blue swing hanging from a tree, with a brick building and an American flag in the background.
from$100/hr
Vibrant and Vintage Historical Home

7.5 miles from Evanston, IL

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon15
Newly remodelled 1890's home on a historical street in the Lincoln Park Neighborhood in Chicago. Large front yard and back yard with coach house. Please inquire via Peerspace messaging if you have any questions or are interested. Available for: • Photo/Film Shoot • Content Creation/Blogging/Youtube...
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A gravel and grass backyard with a wooden deck, outdoor furniture, a fire pit, and a grill.
from$125/hr
West Logan Restaurant with Industrial DIY Interior & Rustic Garden

7.6 miles from Evanston, IL

5.0(62)
Venue capacity icon60
Bright and open sandwich shop with recycled industrial interior, front and back patio space. Great for film/photo projects looking for a cozy restaurant type setting. Seating for 30-45, standing room for up to 60. Front patio on Fullerton, private yard in back (with chickens!) Catering...
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A paved outdoor space featuring a detached garage and a picnic table surrounded by a stone planter.
from$40/hr
Versatile & Well Lit, All White Storefront Production Space

8.5 miles from Evanston, IL

4.9(664)
Venue capacity icon80
Our stylish and vibrant production space with crisp sound acoustics, clean white walls with beautiful white-washed exposed brick, and bright lighting, is the perfect blank canvas for your next production project! Within our 1100 sq. ft space we offer a cozy sitting area, complete with...
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A modern interior space with a glass dining table surrounded by white chairs, a blue velvet couch, and decorative elements, including artworks and a woven pendant light.
from$95/hr
Sacred Work Space- beautiful, sunny, modern in the heart of Wicker Park

8.8 miles from Evanston, IL

4.8(34)
Venue capacity icon35
...floors of the building with access to a community kitchenette. Inn can accommodate 16 people (2 per room) and property also has garden suite with 4 full beds, with private bathroom, small living room and kitchenette. Keifer shop below, several coffee shops and restaurants within...
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A brick-paved patio features multiple metal tables and chairs surrounded by a wooden fence and potted plants.
from$300/hr
Beautiful Urban Garden in the Heart of Wicker Park

8.9 miles from Evanston, IL

Venue capacity icon50
...Welcome to our enchanting urban garden nestled in the heart of Wicker Park, an oasis amidst the bustling cityscape. As you walk down the entrance pathway, you'll be transported into a serene and private retreat, shielded from the urban clamor by a fully gated...
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A modern house with large windows, surrounded by a landscaped garden featuring gravel pathways and decorative rocks.
from$300/hr
Architect Designed & Owned 1960s Built Mid-Century Modern Custom Contemporary Home

10 miles from Evanston, IL

Venue capacity icon50
...outside. The exterior back features a large deck with privacy wall held up by a custom retaining wall that frames a zen garden with several dwarf plant specimens. This garden is adjacent to the office which looks out onto the garden with huge windows. The...
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A small garden space features a wooden table with a decorative bottle and a flower, while a house and lush greenery are in the background.
from$55/hr
Urban Studio and Garden Oasis

10.4 miles from Evanston, IL

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon10
...Bright and airy yoga studio located in Oak Park with patio and fire pit, including private bistro table in backyard. The studio works well for many types of fitness classes/workshops and therapy sessions. It can also be used for small meeting or training sessions, auditions...
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A simple entryway with a white brick fireplace, framed artwork on the wall, a wooden door, and a small area rug.
from$175/hr
Vintage Funky Farmhouse & Garden

11.2 miles from Evanston, IL

5.0(13)
Venue capacity icon20
...Our 1865 farmhouse with barn and large gardens, combines the best of genuine farmhouse charm with modern style. We have had multiple photo shoots and commercials filmed in our home over the years, so understand what’s involved in the creative process. Many of the...
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Three musicians perform on stage in front of a small audience in a venue with red lighting and a dark backdrop.
from$300/hr
Mocambo Ballroom for Production

12.6 miles from Evanston, IL

5.0(9)
Venue capacity icon200
Excellent space for a film shoot, interview, wedding, private event, small concert. Space features: -Concert / theatre stage -Large heavy duty kitchen -Large load in stairwell / main entrance - sound system Available upon request : -Tables, chairs, plates and flatware for 100 persons -Catering...
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The scene features a patio area with four woven chairs and a black table, illuminated by string lights hanging between two trees against a backdrop of a neighborhood.
from$100/hr
RED BRICK home with DESIGNER features!

13.8 miles from Evanston, IL

4.9(26)
Venue capacity icon35
The options are limitless in this one-of-a-kind RED BRICK event space in historic BRONZEVILLE. Whether hosting an off-site meeting for your business, filming your next podcast or even planning an amazing new product launch, the VILLA ROUGE has got you covered. Beautifully curated open floor...
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A wooden deck wraps around a house, featuring outdoor furniture and a red umbrella, with trees and a trampoline visible in the background.
from$125/hr
Country farm house in the suburbs with a creek and bridge!

14.3 miles from Evanston, IL

5.0(10)
Venue capacity icon40
...Space is perfect for small gatherings and photoshoots! The yard is large and has dynamic settings: evergreen swing hammock area, bridge to garden area and chickens, creek around the perimeter of the property, large willow trees, etc. Open kitchen with island and peninsula seating. Family...
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A circular table surrounded by four chairs is shaded by a large umbrella on a concrete patio, with greenery and a wooden fence in the background.
from$100/hr
Villa Noir Black Brick Content House in North Kenwood

15.6 miles from Evanston, IL

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon25
Bring your ideas to Villa Noir to create innovative content across all platforms. This is a Single Family home able to accommodate a broad range of production needs. Whether filming an independent film or a YouTube video, arranging an offsite office meeting or a photography...
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A courtyard features metal tables and chairs surrounded by lush greenery and a stone pathway.
from$135/hr
FILM SHOOT'S, VIDEO'S, FILMIMG, COMMERCIAL'S!

16.3 miles from Evanston, IL

5.0(13)
Venue capacity icon30
LAKE FOREST HOUSE IS GREAT Film Shoots, Photo Shoots, Commercial's, Meetings. PRODUCTION FRIENDLY! Wooded Outside Area Wood Paneled Basement Grand Room A frame Roof Vintage Fireplace Man-Cave College Large Driveway with 2 car garage Forrest surrounding Chalet style interior Games Room Large Property, Stately exterior...
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A cozy outdoor seating area features a light-colored sofa set with an orange accent pillow, a striped coffee table, and potted plants on a colorful area rug.
from$80/hr
Boutique Garden House in Chicago

18.7 miles from Evanston, IL

4.9(17)
Venue capacity icon15
...THE GARDEN HOUSE*** The designs and inspirations from different styles (Vintage, mid-century, modern) incorporated into one place speaks to the fact that God has made us individually unique. As a people, we are wonderfully made with differences and when we come together as...
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A wooden deck with a pergola, surrounded by a fenced yard with flower pots and a grassy area.
from$125/hr
Charming Urban Garden

19.4 miles from Evanston, IL

4.7(3)
Venue capacity icon60
...This inner-city garden & pergola with a tranquil feel has space that's fantastic for varied intimate events and celebrations. Tastings, Weddings, Baby Showers, Yoga and Energy Classes, Readings, Networking Events, Happy Hour, Pop Up Shop, Business Meeting, Photo/Video Shoot Table and Chairs are available...
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The room features a pink wallpaper design with images of money, a modern fireplace with a television mounted above it, and a large pink couch with a black and white patterned throw pillow.
from$45/hr
Boss Barbie’s Dreamhouse

20.7 miles from Evanston, IL

4.9(23)
Venue capacity icon10
ASK ABOUT OURR LADIES NIGHTS 5PM-12AM $275, 15 guest allowed. Welcome to Boss Barbie’s Dreamhouse! It’s an all pink Barbie themed house that’s good for different type of events such as photoshoots, video shoots, and all types of other content creation. You’ll have the entire...
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A modern kitchen features a countertop with four stool seats, adjacent to a glass-paneled partition leading into a living area with a large plant in the foreground.
from$250/hr
Maison Blanc Noir Victorian Production House

21.7 miles from Evanston, IL

5.0(6)
Venue capacity icon50
A 4500-square-foot Victorian-style mansion — ideal for video production, a family retreat, photo shoots, offsite meeting space, or an intimate dinner with friends. The options are limitless. This venue boasts unique, modern details, including floor-to-ceiling partition-style French doors, a full-service chef’s kitchen, and dozens of...
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A backyard patio features a thatched-roof bar with colorful LED lighting, surrounded by seating areas and a hammock.
from$60/hr
Urban Outdoor Tiki Bar Minutes Away from Waukegan Marina.

25 miles from Evanston, IL

5.0(4)
Venue capacity icon30
Outdoor patio with tiki bar /lounge. Perfect for brunches, bridal showers, happy hour, cookouts, and movie nights on a 180-inch movie screen with 5.1 surround sound. The bar has a grass roof, a 40-inch TV, overhead speakers for that vibe, Margarita machine with tropical decor...
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A wooden bench sits on grass under tall trees in a yard with a house visible in the background.
from$99/hr
2-acre land with beautifully maintained gardens and open areas.

34.3 miles from Evanston, IL

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon100
...for gatherings, games, and outdoor activities. It offers flexibility for event setups and can be transformed to suit your specific needs. Vegetable Garden: Enhance the charm and natural aesthetics of your event by incorporating our beautiful vegetable garden. It adds a touch of greenery and...
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A covered patio features a fire table surrounded by seating, with string lights overhead and a view of the lake in the background.
from$80/hr
Lakefront Oasis w/ 2 fire pits, game room & kayaks

35.2 miles from Evanston, IL

5.0(3)
Venue capacity icon12
...wall Scrabble board, puzzles, and board games – 2 kayaks, 2 stand-up paddle boards, and a floating mat – 2 fully equipped kitchens – Backyard with the 2 fire pits, patio, and lawn games (cornhole, giant Jenga, Spikeball) – Protected swimming area with “walk-in” lake frontage...
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A lush garden featuring various plants, trees, and a pond surrounded by stone pathways.
from$175/hr
Urban 1.5 acres of breathtaking gardens, architectural artifacts from Chicago buildings throughout the arboretum, rare and unusual trees, and conifers. All with a background of a natural lake.

39.1 miles from Evanston, IL

Venue capacity icon50
...At our Urban 1.5 acres of breathtaking gardens, architectural artifacts from Chicago buildings throughout the arboretum, rare and unusual trees, and conifers. All with a background of a natural lake. there is always something to inspire; flower gardens throughout the arboretum, unique trees, & a secret...
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A wooden two-story house with a large deck supported by wooden posts, surrounded by trees and landscaping.
from$250/hr
AMAZING Ojibwa Lodge Log Home perfect for holiday shoots also has an HGTV backyard!

39.2 miles from Evanston, IL

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon20
This space is truly amazing log home built by Montana Log Homes 5000 square feet equipped with wine cellar, bar, pool table, shuffleboard, 4 bedrooms, 16' canoe, outdoor fireplace, fire-it, small pond and hot tub this place is perfect for a movie set! Features a...
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