What this page shows: City & County of San Francisco's official platform has not yet announced the next sale — this year's cycle has closed and next year's hasn't opened. We're showing the typical season based on historical pattern, not a confirmed date. Always confirm directly with the official source below before making plans.
City & County of San Francisco, California Tax Sale
Next sale (not yet announced): Not yet announced (2026 sale was April 20-23; next cycle not yet posted)
Time: Online, via sanfrancisco.mytaxsale.com, when scheduled.
Get alerted the moment City & County of San Francisco confirms its next date
We re-check City & County of San Francisco's official source continuously. Watch this auction and we'll email you the day its next date is posted — plus reminders as the sale approaches.
Property list
Registration deadline
Deposit due by 5:00 PM PT roughly 10 days before the sale (2026 cycle: April 10).
Statutory basis
Cal. Rev. & Tax Code 3691 et seq.
The county Tax Collector auctions tax-defaulted property (delinquent 5 years) -- a deed sale, usually online in spring. Redemption ends the last business day before the sale; no post-sale redemption (3707).
Sources — verified 2026-07-15
City & County of San Francisco tax sale — FAQ
When is the next City & County of San Francisco, California tax sale?
City & County of San Francisco, California has not yet announced its next sale date — this cycle has closed and the next hasn't opened. Watch this auction to be emailed the moment the date is confirmed.
What platform does the City & County of San Francisco tax sale use?
City & County of San Francisco, California runs its deed sale via sanfrancisco.mytaxsale.com (platform changed from Bid4Assets since 2019). Online public auction, highest bidder; minimum sale price = the total amount necessary to redeem the parcel plus costs.
What is the redemption period and rate in City & County of San Francisco, California?
Ceases the day before the sale opens (2026 cycle: 5:00 PM PT the Friday before). Rate/premium: Deed sale -- no lien certificate, no interest.
How do I register for the City & County of San Francisco tax sale?
Deposit due by 5:00 PM PT roughly 10 days before the sale (2026 cycle: April 10).
What deposit is required for the City & County of San Francisco tax sale?
$5,000 refundable deposit + $35 non-refundable processing fee.