Tax Forfeiture

Tax-Forfeited Parcels

Tax-forfeited parcels are properties on which delinquent property taxes were not paid, title to the land and buildings was forfeited, and title is now vested in the State of Minnesota. Following a review period and in accordance with Minnesota State law, these properties are classified and open to the public to purchase.

All property is sold as is and may not conform to local building and zoning ordinances.

The county makes no warranty that the land is suitable for building. All sales are final, and no refunds or exchanges are permitted. We highly recommend that you thoroughly research any tax-forfeited parcels before purchase.

Tax-Forfeited Land Sale

The Director of Property & Election Services shall conduct the initial sales via online auction through Public Surplus. The first sale will be open for bids on February 9, 2026 at 8:00am and will close on March 11, at 8:00pm.  The property listings will be available to preview on the Public Surplus website and also the links below. 

Notice of Public Sale of Tax-Forfeited Land (PDF)

List of Parcels with Legal Description (PDF)

List of Parcels with Map view (PDF)

In order to bid on a parcel, you will first have to register.  To register click Public Surplus:  Buyer Registration

To view and/or bid on the parcels available for sale click Public Sale:  Real Estate

Additional documents:

• Terms and Conditions
• Disclaimer
• Radon Disclosures

Potential buyers are strongly encouraged to research the parcels they are looking to bid on. To aid in research regarding planning and zoning or special assessments, below is contact information relating to jurisdictions with tax-forfeited property in the upcoming sales.