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Treasurer
Tax Sale Information Center

The judicial sale of land for delinquent taxes is allowed under the provisions of Virginia Code § 58.1-3965.

 

Where are the auctions held?
The property is sold at auction on the steps of The Joint Judicial Center/Courthouse located at 5 North Kent St, Winchester VA.
When are the auctions held?
There are no set intervals or dates for auctions. Parcels require differing amounts of time to complete the process.Courthouse located at 5 North Kent St, Winchester VA.
How can I find which properties are going to be sold?
The properties that have been submitted to the County Attorney for the judicial sale process are listed on the Frederick County, VA website . The actual sales notices are published in The Winchester Star (local newspaper).
If I buy the properties at a tax sale, do I pay the back taxes?
No, the back taxes are paid out of the sale proceeds. The property is sold free and clear of any other liens or judgments. Property is conveyed by a Special Warranty deed.
What are the Terms of Sale?

1. The sale of any parcel is subject to the approval and confirmation of the Circuit Court of Frederick County.

2. The Special Commissioner of Sale reserves the right to withdraw from sale any property listed and to reject any bid by declaring "NO SALE" after the last bid received on a parcel.

3. A Bidder's Deposit of ten percent (10%) of the purchase price, whichever is greater, by cash, cashier's or certified check is due when the Auctioneer declares the sale. Terms of the Auction will be posted by the Special Commissioner at the time of advertisement.

4. All successful bidders must certify that they are not the owner of any other property in Frederick County on which there are delinquent taxes, zoning or other violations.

5. Properties are offered "as is", with all faults and without warranties either expressed or implied.

6. The costs of any title search and all recording costs will be at the expense of the purchaser. Property will be conveyed by Special Warranty Deed.

7. Announcements made the day of sale take precedence over any prior verbal or written terms of sale.

The Special Commissioner represents that information regarding the properties, including acreage, is only from the land records and is not guaranteed for either its completeness or accuracy. Bidders should make their own investigation to determine the suitability of each parcel and to bid accordingly. Any costs incurred by a bidder to inspect or investigate any property are the bidder’s responsibility and are not reimbursable.

Can I pay the real estate taxes and claim the property?
No, the Code of Virginia does not allow this. See http://leg1.state.va.us/cgi-bin/legp504.exe?000+cod+58.1-3965