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Tax Deed Sales Are Conducted Online

Go to the Online Auction Site

Tax deed sales are conducted online on designated Wednesdays starting at 9:30 a.m. Bidding begins at 8:00 a.m. No sales are conducted on designated holidays. Check the online auction calendar for the exact dates of upcoming sales.

The following web browsers are recommended when using the online auction site: Internet Explorer version 7.0 or later, Mozilla Firefox version 3.0 or later and Google Chrome version 17 or later. Internet Explorer versions 6.0 and older are not supported.

Tax deed sales are the auction of property on which tax certificates have been sold by the Tax Collector’s office for delinquent real estate taxes. Tax deed sales are held pursuant to Florida Statutes Chapter 197.

The Clerk & Comptroller’s office conducts the tax deed sale. Properties scheduled for tax deed sale are published in the Palm Beach Daily Business Review newspaper and are available to search online.

View sale information and requirements.

Redemption

Property may be redeemed any time prior to the issuance of a tax deed but cannot be redeemed once the Clerk has received full payment for the tax deed. The redemption amount is listed on the "Notice of Application for Tax Deed" mailed prior to the sale.

Sale Information

Tax deed sales are conducted once a month online, as advertised in the Palm Beach Daily Business Review.

Forms

Statement of Claim Form
Request for Lands Available Information
Tax Deed Sales Procedures (Clerk's Administrative Policy 93-5)

Resources

Do-It-Yourself In Court: Tax Deeds Toolbox

Tax Deeds Department

The Tax Deeds department is open Monday-Friday (except designated holidays) from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Main Courthouse
205 N. Dixie Hwy.
3rd Floor, Room 3.23
West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Mailing Address
P.O. Box 484
West Palm Beach, FL 33402-484

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FAQs

What is a tax deed sale?

A tax deed sale is the auction of property on which tax certificates have been sold by the Tax Collector’s Office for delinquent real estate taxes. Tax deed sales are governed by Florida Statutes Chapter 197.
Where can I find general information about tax deed sales?

Online at Tax Deed Sale Information or the online auction site.
Where can I find out about properties scheduled for tax deed sale?
- Online at the online auction site or Tax Deeds Public Search
- The Palm Beach Daily Business Review publishes a list in their newspaper. You can call their office at 561-820-2060 for more information.
When and where are tax deed sales conducted?
- Tax deed sales are conducted once a month at 9:30 a.m. on designated sale days. Sale days can be obtained from the Palm Beach Daily Business Review or online at the online auction site.
- Sales are held online.
What are other useful links to find information about tax deeds?
Where can I obtain more information about how to bid in the online auction?

There is a demo on the online auction site that provides guidance on how to register and bid.
What equipment or software do I need to participate in an online auction?

A bidder must have Internet access and a web browser. Recommended browsers include Internet Explorer version 7.0 or later, Mozilla Firefox version 3.0 or later and Google Chrome version 17 or later. The Clerk Auction site will not support Internet Explorer 6.0 and older Internet Explorer browsers.
What is the required deposit at the time of the sale?

Bidders must deposit funds equal to the greater of 5% of their maximum intended bid or $200 prior to bidding. Advance deposits may be made online through the electronic auction website via ACH transfer at least three (3) full business days before the auction they intend to participate in. In addition, the deposit may be paid by cash, official bank check or cashier’s check by the close of business on the day before the sale. Personal checks will not be accepted.
When is the full payment due?

Final payment must be received by the Clerk by 2 p.m. the next business day after the sale and may be made by cash, official bank check, cashier's check or wire transfer. Such wire transfer must be received by the Clerk’s bank by 2 p.m. the next business day after the sale. Final payment may not be made by ACH/electronic check. Personal checks will not be accepted.

The Clerk cannot accept payment for multiple properties on one check.
What is a tax deed redemption?

Redemption is the satisfaction of delinquent taxes prior to the issuance of a tax deed. Property cannot be redeemed once the Clerk has received full payment for the tax deed.

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