County Directory
Texas County
Tax Foreclosure Directory
Tax foreclosure sales in Texas 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.
Showing 5 of 5 counties
Sale Type
Redeemable Deed
Redemption Period
2 years for homestead/agricultural; 6 months for others
Surplus Funds Office
County Tax Commissioner
Harris County
County seat: Houston
Dallas County
County seat: Dallas
Tarrant County
County seat: Fort Worth
Bexar County
County seat: San Antonio
Travis County
County seat: Austin
How Tax Sales Work at the County Level in Texas
In Texas, 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 Redeemable Deed, though specific procedures and timelines may vary by county.
County sells property at tax sale; buyer gets deed subject to 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 Texas is 2 years for homestead/agricultural; 6 months for others.
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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 Texas and may not be exhaustive. For advice specific to your case, consult with a licensed attorney in Texas or contact your county tax office directly. AuctionBlock.org is a mission-driven company and does not provide legal representation.