Dallas County Tax Sale 2026

Everything you need to know about tax sales in Dallas County, Texas. Tax Deed Sale (Sheriff's Sale) — held First Tuesday of every month.

Tax Deed Sale (Sheriff's Sale)First Tuesday of every monthGeorge Allen Courts Building, Dallas

Tax Sale Schedule

When
First Tuesday of each month
Where
George Allen Courts Building, Dallas
Sale Type
Tax Deed Sale (Sheriff's Sale)
Payment
Certified funds (cashier's check or cash)

Dallas County conducts monthly tax sales with high volume. The county has modernized its auction process and provides detailed property information online. Competition is strong but deal flow is consistent.

Research Properties Before the Sale

Download the Dallas County tax delinquent property list with owner names, tax amounts, property values, and opportunity scores. Do your due diligence before you bid.

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How to Participate in the Dallas County Tax Sale

  1. 1
    Check the county's legal notices or website for upcoming sale dates and property lists
  2. 2
    Research properties before the sale — review title, liens, and property condition
  3. 3
    Register with the county tax office or sheriff's office if required
  4. 4
    Bring certified funds (cashier's check or cash) — personal checks are not accepted
  5. 5
    Attend the sale at the designated time and location
  6. 6
    Bid on properties — minimum bid is typically the amount of delinquent taxes plus costs
  7. 7
    If you win, pay immediately and receive a sheriff's deed

What You Need

Valid photo ID
Certified funds (cashier's check or cash)
Property research completed in advance
Understanding of redemption rights (6 months or 2 years)

After You Win a Property

  1. 1Record the sheriff's deed with the county clerk
  2. 2Wait for the redemption period to expire (6 months for non-homestead, 2 years for homestead)
  3. 3Do not make major improvements during the redemption period
  4. 4Consider filing a quiet title action after redemption expires for clean title
  5. 5Obtain title insurance once title is cleared

Tips for Dallas County Tax Sale Investors

  • Properties are sold "as-is" with no warranties — always inspect before bidding
  • IRS tax liens survive the sale and have a 120-day redemption window
  • The minimum bid includes delinquent taxes, penalties, interest, and court costs
  • If no one bids, the property is "struck off" to the taxing entity
  • Many investors prefer buying directly from delinquent owners pre-sale for better deals

Alternative: Buy Directly From Owners Before the Sale

Many successful investors skip the tax sale entirely and contact delinquent property owners directly. This approach often yields better deals because you negotiate directly — no competing bidders, no courthouse steps, and you can often acquire properties at deeper discounts.

LienSuite provides the full Dallas County tax delinquent property list with owner contact information, skip trace data, and opportunity scores — so you can find and reach motivated sellers before anyone else.

Read the Dallas County buying guide

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