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Essex County, NJ Tax Lien Sale & Auction 2026

Essex County has 18 scheduled tax sales on the calendar with 178 properties on the block. Dates come straight from county and auction-platform sources, refreshed daily.

Aug 30
Next Sale
178
Properties On The Block
178
Live Listings Tracked
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Upcoming Essex County tax sale dates

Sale date Sale type Properties
Sun, Aug 30in 1d Tax Deed 1 View the list →
Tue, Sep 1in 3d Tax Deed 30 View the list →
Sat, Sep 5in 7d Tax Deed 1 View the list →
Wed, Sep 9 Tax Deed 1 View the list →
Tue, Sep 15 Tax Deed 63 View the list →
Sat, Sep 19 Tax Deed 1 View the list →
Thu, Sep 24 Tax Deed 1 View the list →
Tue, Sep 29 Tax Deed 38 View the list →
Thu, Oct 1 Tax Deed 1 View the list →
Thu, Oct 8 Tax Deed 2 View the list →
Tue, Oct 13 Tax Deed 19 View the list →
Fri, Oct 16 Tax Deed 1 View the list →
Tue, Oct 27 Tax Deed 8 View the list →
Fri, Oct 30 Tax Deed 1 View the list →
Sun, Nov 1 Tax Deed 1 View the list →
Sat, Nov 7 Tax Deed 1 View the list →
Tue, Nov 10 Tax Deed 7 View the list →
Tue, Nov 24 Tax Deed 1 View the list →

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How New Jersey tax lien sales work

Essex County runs its tax sales under New Jersey state rules: it is a tax lien state with a redemption posture of 1 yr.

Tax lien certificate sold. 2-year waiting period then holder can foreclose. Effective 1-year minimum.

NJ is a lien state. Municipalities sell tax sale certificates at annual auctions. Must wait 2 years to foreclose (can begin at 1 year for abandoned). Highest property taxes in nation mean large lien amounts. Interest rate up to 18%. Environmental contamination risk is significant.

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Essex County tax sale FAQ

When is the next Essex County tax sale?

The next Essex County tax sale is Aug 30, with 178 properties listed. Dates come straight from the county calendar and update daily.

How many properties are in the Essex County tax sale list?

178 delinquent properties across 18 scheduled sales, updated daily as the county adds or pulls parcels.

Is New Jersey a tax lien or tax deed state?

New Jersey is a tax lien state with a redemption posture of 1 yr.

How do I register for the Essex County tax sale?

Most New Jersey counties require advance registration and often a deposit. Essex County posts requirements with each sale — they appear on this page as soon as the county publishes them.

Where can I get the Essex County delinquent property list?

The current Essex County list — with deal scores, opening bids, and valuations — is on DeedFlex, updated daily. Preview it free, no card needed to browse.

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Sale dates come from official county sources and can change or be cancelled by the county at any time. Always verify the date, time, location, and registration requirements with the county before bidding. Property counts reflect active listings DeedFlex currently tracks for each sale.