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Browse scored tax sale properties in Kentucky. Every listing includes a deal score from 0 to 100 (higher is better), risk flags, estimated equity, and auction details. Updated daily from county sources.

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Counties Covered
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Avg Deal Score
1 yr
Redemption Period
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How Kentucky Tax Sales Work

Sale Type
Tax Lien Certificate
Kentucky sells tax lien certificates at auction. The investor pays the delinquent taxes and receives a certificate with the right to collect interest. If the owner does not redeem, the investor can eventually obtain the deed.
Redemption Period
1 yr
Tax lien certificate sold. Owner has 1-year redemption with 12% interest penalty.
Avg Property Tax Rate
0.86%
Near the national average (1.1%).
Homestead Rules
Special Rules Apply
Homestead exemption for 65+.
Investor Notes for Kentucky:
KY is a hybrid lien/deed state. Third-party purchasers buy certificates of delinquency. 1-year redemption at 12% interest. If unredeemed, lien holder can file for deed. Check for coal/mineral rights which may be severed.

Common Liens & Pitfalls in Kentucky

  • IRS federal tax liens
  • Coal/mineral rights liens

Current Auctions in Kentucky

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90 SUGARLOAF DR, Russellville, Logan County, KY
Logan County, KY
Opening Bid $492
Estimated market value $184,400
Auction Date 2026-07-29
Type Land / Vacant
Score: 40.0
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385 N BEAUCHAMP RD, Evanston, Logan County, KY
Logan County, KY
Opening Bid $234
Estimated market value $122,200
Auction Date 2026-07-29
Type Land / Vacant
Score: 40.0
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1076 GUNNING LN, Boston, Larue County, KY
Larue County, KY
Opening Bid $150
Estimated market value $150,000
Auction Date 2026-08-18
Type Land / Vacant
Score: 40.0
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455 LEVELWOODS RD, Raywick, Larue County, KY
Larue County, KY
Opening Bid $324
Estimated market value $194,100
Auction Date 2026-08-18
Type Land / Vacant
Score: 40.0
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101 LIVINGOOD LANE, Hodgenville, Larue County, KY
Larue County, KY
Opening Bid $260
Estimated market value $142,500
Auction Date 2026-08-18
Type Land / Vacant
Score: 40.0
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101 TANNER RD, Preston, Larue County, KY
Larue County, KY
Opening Bid $111
Estimated market value $98,000
Auction Date 2026-08-18
Type Land / Vacant
Score: 40.0
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Kentucky Tax Sale FAQ

Kentucky is a tax lien state. Tax lien certificate sold. Owner has 1-year redemption with 12% interest penalty.

The redemption period in Kentucky is 1 yr. During this period, the original owner can reclaim the property by paying the purchase price plus applicable penalties and interest.

DeedFlex aggregates Kentucky tax sale listings from county auction platforms and scores each property 0-100 based on estimated equity, market conditions, risk flags, and state-specific rules. Start with Pro ($89/mo) to browse all available Kentucky properties with full deal analysis.

Key risks include: IRS federal tax liens, Coal/mineral rights liens. KY is a hybrid lien/deed state. Third-party purchasers buy certificates of delinquency. 1-year redemption at 12% interest. If unredeemed, lien holder can file for deed. Check for coal/mineral rights which may be severed.

Opening bids vary widely by county and property. Kentucky has an average property tax rate of 0.86%, which influences opening bid amounts. DeedFlex shows opening bids, estimated market values, and projected profit margins for every listed property so you can find deals within your budget.

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