County Directory

Kansas County
Tax Foreclosure Directory

Tax foreclosure sales in Kansas are conducted at the county level. Each county's tax office manages delinquent property tax collections, conducts tax sales, and holds any resulting surplus funds.

5 Major Counties Listed
Tax Lien State

Showing 5 of 5 counties

Sale Type

Tax Lien

Redemption Period

2-3 years depending on property type

Surplus Funds Office

County Treasurer / Tax Collector

Johnson County

County seat: Olathe

610K
Sale Type: Tax Lien
Redemption: 2-3 years depending on property type
Surplus Contact: County Treasurer / Tax Collector
Surplus Funds May Be Available

Sedgwick County

County seat: Wichita

524K
Sale Type: Tax Lien
Redemption: 2-3 years depending on property type
Surplus Contact: County Treasurer / Tax Collector
Surplus Funds May Be Available

Shawnee County

County seat: Topeka

179K
Sale Type: Tax Lien
Redemption: 2-3 years depending on property type
Surplus Contact: County Treasurer / Tax Collector
Surplus Funds May Be Available

Wyandotte County

County seat: Kansas City

167K
Sale Type: Tax Lien
Redemption: 2-3 years depending on property type
Surplus Contact: County Treasurer / Tax Collector
Surplus Funds May Be Available

Douglas County

County seat: Lawrence

118K
Sale Type: Tax Lien
Redemption: 2-3 years depending on property type
Surplus Contact: County Treasurer / Tax Collector
Surplus Funds May Be Available

How Tax Sales Work at the County Level in Kansas

In Kansas, property tax collection and tax foreclosure sales are administered at the county level. Each county's tax office is responsible for collecting delinquent property taxes and, when necessary, initiating tax sale proceedings. The sale type statewide is Tax Lien, though specific procedures and timelines may vary by county.

County sells tax liens; purchaser receives deed after 2-3 year redemption period

Following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Tyler v. Hennepin County (2023), governments cannot retain surplus proceeds from tax foreclosure sales beyond what is owed in taxes, penalties, and fees. If your former property sold for more than the tax debt, you may have a constitutional right to the excess funds. The redemption period in Kansas is 2-3 years depending on property type.

Need Help With Surplus Funds in Kansas?

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Legal Disclaimer: The information on this page is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. County-level procedures and contacts may change without notice. The county data shown reflects the most populous counties in Kansas and may not be exhaustive. For advice specific to your case, consult with a licensed attorney in Kansas or contact your county tax office directly. AuctionBlock.org is a mission-driven company and does not provide legal representation.