What this page shows: Washington County'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.
Washington County, Minnesota Tax Sale
Next sale (not yet announced): Not yet announced -- Washington County states: 'Initial Public Auction Sale: None at this time' and 'Inventory Public Auction: None at this time.'
Time: Not stated by the official source we checked.
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Property list
Registration deadline
Not stated by the official source we checked.
Statutory basis
Minn. Stat. Ch. 281/282
Delinquent property is forfeited to the state; the county then sells tax-forfeited land at/above appraised value. No lien certificates (the certificate process was abolished in 1997); redemption ends before forfeiture, none after the county sale.
Sources — verified 2026-07-16
Washington County tax sale — FAQ
When is the next Washington County, Minnesota tax sale?
Washington County, Minnesota 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 Washington County tax sale use?
Washington County, Minnesota runs its deed sale via In-person or online public auction (format specified per individual sale listing). Initial (Public) Auctions use a two-part format: parcels first offered at a minimum bid based on estimated market value, then reduced to the delinquent-tax amount if unsold after 30 days; Inventory Auctions (previously offered, unsold parcels) use traditional one-part bidding at appraised value.
What is the redemption period and rate in Washington County, Minnesota?
Redemption ends at tax-judgment sale/forfeiture; none after (Minn. Stat. 281.17) Rate/premium: N/A -- tax-forfeited land sale; no investor lien certificate (Minn. Stat. ch. 281/282)