Pennsylvania Tax Delinquent Property Lists by County
2 Pennsylvania counties with browseable tax-delinquent property data. Download investor-ready CSV lists free.
How Pennsylvania Tax Sales Work
See Pennsylvania's Real Estate Tax Sale Law (72 P.S. §§ 5860.101–5860.803) and the Municipal Claims and Tax Lien Act (53 P.S. §§ 7101–7505). Specific procedures vary by county — always verify with the local tax assessor/collector before bidding.
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Pennsylvania Tax Sale Questions
Does Pennsylvania have a redemption period?▾
It depends on the county. The 65 RETSL counties have no post-sale redemption once the sale is confirmed. Philadelphia and Allegheny, which operate under the MCTLA statute, grant a nine-month redemption for owner-occupied property.
What's the difference between an upset sale and a judicial sale?▾
A RETSL upset-sale deed passes subject to existing mortgages and liens of record. A judicial "free and clear" sale, held later for unsold parcels, discharges those liens — which is why many investors target the judicial sale.
When are Pennsylvania tax sales held?▾
RETSL upset sales are held annually on the first Wednesday after the second Monday of September, with judicial sales following for unsold parcels. Philadelphia and Allegheny hold sheriff's tax sales on rolling schedules year-round.
What interest applies if a Philadelphia or Allegheny owner redeems?▾
Under the MCTLA, a redeeming owner-occupant repays the buyer the bid amount plus 10% interest on the bid, plus costs, within the nine-month window.