"HotPads is a map-based leasings and property marketplace. Launched in November 2005, the website permits customers to look for real estate making use of an interactive map. Listings are presented at their addresses, enabling individuals to perform a location-based search. With the visual user interface, customers click private building listings portrayed by color-coded building icons.

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

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