"HotPads is a map-based rentals as well as realty market. Introduced in November 2005, the website permits customers to search for real estate utilizing an interactive map. Listings are shown at their addresses, allowing individuals to conduct a location-based search. With the visual interface, users click specific home listings illustrated by color-coded structure symbols.

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

In August 2014, HotPads launched an updated version of the site."