HotPads - Apartment Rentals

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Last verified 30 Aug 2026

4.8 109219 ratings · App Store

1. 5/5I love this app! I wish more people used it. (Small UI issue tho)

   I absolutely love this app. It’s my favorite one to use on looking at rental properties in my area because some of the more unique places show up here. I’m not a big fan of the typical apartment complexes, I like living in a place with a little more character and there’s always fun places listed on this app to consider. I wish more people knew about this app and used it to list their properties. UI Issue: on the 11” iPad the panel on the right side of the app is not sized correctly. This panel shows the details of the properties you’ve clicked on and contains the text fields used to contact the property owners so it’s pretty important but currently only about 70% of it is visible. Hopefully something that can be addressed on the next update 👍🏻

   lJake2kl · 30 Aug 2026

2. 4/5BEST APP EVER !

   I normally do not write reviews but I must say HotPads is a GOD SENT app ! Not only does it help you find your dream apartment but it also has a great network between landlords and potential tenants. Before I discovered HotPads, i had a job relocation to Seattle and I was stuck between a rock and a hard place trying to look for an apartment. I also had went to housing court due to my former apartment complex failing to fix many maintenance issues & having a judgement on your record can be stressful but nonetheless, TRUST me when I tell you, THERE IS HOPE. THIS APP GIVES YOU HOPE. It’s very detailed, landlords let you know what they are looking for and as long as you find something you can work with, they’ll work with you. Long behold, I found a condo in Seattle that was SUPER CONVENIENT to everything including stores and public transportation. I wish I could’ve stayed longer but my job relocated my to California so I’m on the search for my next apartment on this app. I recommend this app to all my friends & they can’t stop thanking me for telling them. To the creators of hotpads, thank you very much for giving people like me a second chance to live comfortably and find a place I can call home. ❤️😊

   Milly this · 30 Aug 2026

3. 1/5This company allows fraud

   It’s bad enough that over 90% of the listings have the incorrect prices on them. I don’t know where they’re generating the info from but any leasing agent can tell you that they don’t work with them. If you’re trying to find a roommate on here good luck finding someone who isn’t a scammer. It’s nice that they have a report button but they don’t seem to act on any of the reports. There’s so many sketchy people on there they don’t even sound legit for one second yet they’re allowed to keep their listings active on this app. There is one listing from years ago that is on there every day still and it is definitely a scam -how do I know because I was there. Just another business that takes no responsibility for the content it advertises. Be wary when dealing with anyone through this app. It’s too bad because the app has a nice design and it’s easy to use. But hardly any of the people you contact will contact you back. And again it doesn’t matter because most of the information is either missing or incorrect.

   Sammy45556 · 30 Aug 2026

4. 5/5The best rent listing app, full stop

   I don’t typically write reviews for mobile apps. I’m also very hesitant to trust something or someone with things as important as... you know, my living situation. My colleague showed me Hotpads in 2018 and I’ve been all about the app ever since. This is the app that I used to move out of my parents place as well as to move into my current place. Tons of listings, tons of options, tons of accessibility, and no compromises. I’ve looked through all the rent listing apps, and this one is easily the best. This app is why I currently live in such a high property value city, in a nice condo, for so cheap. Play around with the filters and map for a month or so and you’ll be surprised by how good of a deal you can strike with this app. Can’t recommend this enough to anyone and everyone looking to rent property.

   erikmcleod · 30 Aug 2026

5. 5/5HotPads made my apartment search a breeze!

   I used the app to find my new place, and I was impressed by how easy and intuitive it was. I especially loved that I was able to connect with a private landlord directly, no middlemen, no hassle, and I landed a sweet deal that felt like it was meant to be. One of the best features? The ability to submit one application to multiple listings for a low price. It saved me time, stress, and money during a hectic transition. If you’re looking for a place to live, I’d 10/10 recommend HotPads. It’s efficient, user-friendly, and actually helps you find real options that fit your needs.

   wiltflower · 30 Aug 2026

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