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Iron County Auditor
Delinquent Tax Sale
Information, documents, property listings, bidding instructions, and historical results for the Iron County Delinquent Tax Sale.
2026 Tax Sale
Thursday, May 28, 2026
The 2026 Iron County Delinquent Tax Sale will be conducted online through Public Surplus.
Sale Begins at 10:00 AM
The sale begins Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM Mountain Time. Individual auction items will close at the times shown on the Public Surplus website.
Property May Be Redeemed Before the Sale
Delinquent property may be redeemed up until the start of the tax sale on Thursday, May 28, 2026. The 2026 Property List will be updated daily.
Important Notice to Prospective Purchasers
Iron County makes no warranty or guarantee, either expressed or implied, relative to usability, the exact location, desirability or usefulness, or boundary lines of the properties.
The bidder is solely responsible for determining the extent, if any, to which the property will or may be subject to liens and encumbrances; easements, whether recorded or not; the condition of the property; the physical aspects of the land; its geographical location; accessibility; and correct acreage.
Prospective purchasers are urged to examine the title, location, and desirability of available properties to their own satisfaction prior to the sale.
Iron County is not liable for the failure of any electronic device that prevents a person from participating in the auction. This includes cellphones, computer hardware, networks, internet connections, software applications, and/or websites.
Auction Process
How to Participate
Registration, bidding, deposits, and payment are handled through the Public Surplus online auction system.
Bid & Pay Deposit
A deposit is required for each property when you place your first bid on that property.
Pay if You Win
Winning bidders will receive payment instructions after the auction and must complete payment within the required period.
Bid Deposits
Deposits are required for each property you bid on and must be paid by credit card when you make your first bid on each property.
Tier 1
$50 Deposit
Properties with a tax value of $10,000 or less.
Tier 2
$100 Deposit
Properties with a tax value over $10,000.
Deposits are not applied toward the purchase price of the property. If you are not the winning bidder, your deposit will be released after the tax sale is complete.
If you are the winning bidder, the deposit will be held until full payment for the property is completed, then released.
Iron County will accept credit card deposits only for the 2026 sale.
Payment for Winning Bidders
After the auction is completed, winning bidders will receive instructions by email for submitting payment. Payment will be submitted through Public Surplus and must be sent by wire transfer within five business days, by June 4, 2026.
Tax deeds will be recorded and mailed to winning bidders within approximately 4–6 weeks using the address provided during auction registration.
Wire Transfer Instructions
- Recipient Business Name
- PayMac
2520 Saint Rose Parkway, Ste 214
Henderson, NV 89053 - Bank
- Chase Bank
1115 S 800 E
Orem, UT 84097 - Routing (ABA)
124001545- Account Number
102908156
2026 Documents
Tax Sale Resources
Review the current property list, auction documents, payment information, and other resources before participating.
Website
Bidder Registration
Register through Public Surplus to participate in the online auction.
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2026 Property List
View the current list of properties included in the 2026 tax sale.
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External
Map of Properties
Open the Iron County GIS map showing tax sale properties.
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How to Pay
Review payment procedures for successful bidders in the 2026 sale.
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Terms of Sale
Review the terms and conditions governing the 2026 tax sale.
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Tax Sale Disclaimer
Read the official disclaimer before participating in the tax sale.
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Winning Notice
Information for successful bidders following completion of the sale.
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Claim for Surplus Funds
Use this form to submit a claim for eligible surplus tax sale funds.
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Ordinance 2020-2
Review the Iron County ordinance related to the delinquent tax sale.
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Property Map
Explore Tax Sale Properties
Use the interactive map to view properties associated with the delinquent tax sale.
Historical Records
Tax Sale Archive
View tax sale results and property lists from current and previous years.
Tax Sale Results
Results from completed Iron County delinquent tax sales.
Need Assistance?
Questions About the Tax Sale?
Contact the Iron County Auditor's Office if you have questions about the delinquent tax sale, property listings, auction procedures, or available documents.