"HotPads is a map-based rentals and also real estate market. Launched in November 2005, the website permits users to look for housing utilizing an interactive map. Listings are displayed at their addresses, allowing customers to perform a location-based search. With the graphical user interface, individuals click on individual property listings portrayed by color-coded structure icons.

In 2012, HotPads.com was gotten by Zillow for $16 Million.

In August 2014, HotPads introduced an upgraded variation of the website."