Tax Sale Calendar 2026
Upcoming tax sale dates across 50 states. Never miss a sale.
States at a Glance
First Tuesday of every month
254 counties tracked
Certificates in June; deeds year-round
67 counties tracked
First Tuesday of each month
159 counties tracked
Varies by county — typically spring/fall
100 counties tracked
2026 Monthly Calendar
Monthly tax deed sales — First Tuesday (Jan 6)
All 254 counties
Monthly tax sales — First Tuesday (Jan 6)
Metro Atlanta counties
Monthly tax deed sales — First Tuesday (Feb 3)
All 254 counties
Monthly tax sales — First Tuesday (Feb 3)
Metro Atlanta counties
Monthly tax deed sales — First Tuesday (Mar 3)
All 254 counties
Monthly tax sales — First Tuesday (Mar 3)
Metro Atlanta counties
Spring tax foreclosure sales begin
Select counties
Monthly tax deed sales — First Tuesday (Apr 7)
All 254 counties
Monthly tax sales — First Tuesday (Apr 7)
Metro Atlanta counties
Spring tax foreclosure sales
Select counties
Monthly tax deed sales — First Tuesday (May 5)
All 254 counties
Monthly tax sales — First Tuesday (May 5)
Metro Atlanta counties
Tax certificate sale preparation — lists published
All 67 counties
Monthly tax deed sales — First Tuesday (Jun 2)
All 254 counties
Monthly tax sales — First Tuesday (Jun 2)
Metro Atlanta counties
Annual tax certificate sale — June 1 deadline
All 67 counties
Monthly tax deed sales — First Tuesday (Jul 7)
All 254 counties
Monthly tax sales — First Tuesday (Jul 7)
Metro Atlanta counties
Tax deed auctions continue year-round
Various counties
Monthly tax deed sales — First Tuesday (Aug 4)
All 254 counties
Monthly tax sales — First Tuesday (Aug 4)
Metro Atlanta counties
Monthly tax deed sales — First Tuesday (Sep 1)
All 254 counties
Monthly tax sales — First Tuesday (Sep 1)
Metro Atlanta counties
Fall tax foreclosure sales begin
Select counties
Monthly tax deed sales — First Tuesday (Oct 6)
All 254 counties
Monthly tax sales — First Tuesday (Oct 6)
Metro Atlanta counties
Fall tax foreclosure sales
Select counties
Monthly tax deed sales — First Tuesday (Nov 3)
All 254 counties
Monthly tax sales — First Tuesday (Nov 3)
Metro Atlanta counties
Monthly tax deed sales — First Tuesday (Dec 1)
All 254 counties
Monthly tax sales — First Tuesday (Dec 1)
Metro Atlanta counties
How Tax Sales Work
What is a tax sale?
When property owners fail to pay property taxes, the county can sell the property (or a lien against it) to recover the unpaid taxes. These sales create opportunities for investors to acquire property below market value or earn interest on tax liens.
Tax Deed vs. Tax Lien vs. Redeemable Deed
Tax deed states (like Texas) sell the property itself — the buyer gets ownership. Tax lien states (like Florida) sell a certificate for the owed taxes — the buyer earns interest and can foreclose if unpaid. Redeemable deed states (like Georgia) transfer ownership but give the original owner a window to buy it back.
How to Prepare
Research the property list weeks before the sale. Check property values, title history, liens, and physical condition. Set a maximum bid and stick to it. LienSuite provides scored property lists with owner details so you can do due diligence faster.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are tax sales held in Texas?
Texas holds tax deed sales (sheriff's sales) on the first Tuesday of every month at each county courthouse. All 254 counties follow this schedule, though not every county has properties for sale every month. View Texas tax sale details.
When is the Florida tax certificate sale?
Florida counties hold their annual tax certificate sales around June 1st. Tax deed auctions for properties with unredeemed certificates occur year-round. View Florida tax sale details.
What is the difference between a tax deed and a tax lien?
A tax deed sale transfers ownership of the property to the winning bidder. A tax lien (or tax certificate) sale sells the right to collect the delinquent taxes plus interest — the buyer does not get the property unless the owner fails to redeem within the statutory period. See our state-by-state map.
How do I find properties before a tax sale?
County tax offices publish delinquent property lists weeks before the sale. LienSuite aggregates these lists with owner info, tax amounts, and deal scores so you can research properties efficiently. Browse available property lists.
Get the Full List Before the Sale
Download tax delinquent property lists with owner info, tax amounts, and deal scores. Be prepared before auction day.