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Missoula County, Montana Tax Sale

Missoula County, Montana has not yet announced its next tax sale date -- the most recent cycle has closed and the next one has not opened.

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StatusNot yet announced
Next possible dateNot yet announced (liens attach first business day of August; assignments in late August)
Property listPosted by official source (see link below)
Sale typeTax lien certificate
PlatformMissoula County Clerk & Treasurer (assignment process)
Last verified2026-07-15

Missoula County at a glance

Median home value
$382,400
US Census ACS
Median gross rent
$1,068/mo
US Census ACS
Vacancy rate
8.4%
58.8% owner-occupied
Population
118,541
+3.8% over 5 years
Median real-estate taxes
$3,576/yr
US Census ACS

Figures above are drawn from TaxLienSimple's tracked inventory, the county competition model and US Census ACS data; see how we verify.

This is one tracked sale cycle. For Missoula County's recurring cadence, platform, legal structure, and other tracked cycles, see the Missoula County tax sale hub.

What this page shows: Missoula 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.

Next sale (not yet announced): Not yet announced (liens attach first business day of August; assignments in late August)

Time: Assignment window in late August.

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Property list

Sale type
lien
Auction platform
Missoula County Clerk & Treasurer (assignment process)
Bidding method
NOT a competitive auction: investor takes a lien by ASSIGNMENT of the county's lien. Contested parcels allocated by an automated randomized snake-draft (Mont. Code Ann. 15-17-323).
Statutory maximum rate
10% annualized (5/6 of 1% per month) plus a 2% penalty (Mont. Code Ann. 15-16-102)
Redemption period
2-3 years from the lien's attachment (Mont. Code Ann. 15-18-111)
Deposit requirement
$75 tax-lien certificate fee per property; verifiable funds (cashier's check, money order, verified check, or card).

Registration deadline

Submit a parcel list + proof of mailed notice + verifiable funds; electronic submissions get first priority.

Statutory basis

Mont. Code Ann. Title 15, Ch. 16/17/18

Not a competitive auction: the county becomes the tax lienholder, and an investor takes a lien by ASSIGNMENT (pay the delinquency + notify the owner). 10%/yr plus a 2% penalty; ~3-year redemption.

Sources — verified 2026-07-15

Missoula County tax sale — FAQ

When is the next Missoula County, Montana tax sale?

Missoula County, Montana 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 Missoula County tax sale use?

Missoula County, Montana runs its lien sale via Missoula County Clerk & Treasurer (assignment process). NOT a competitive auction: investor takes a lien by ASSIGNMENT of the county's lien. Contested parcels allocated by an automated randomized snake-draft (Mont. Code Ann. 15-17-323).

What is the redemption period and rate in Missoula County, Montana?

2-3 years from the lien's attachment (Mont. Code Ann. 15-18-111) Rate/premium: 10% annualized (5/6 of 1% per month) plus a 2% penalty (Mont. Code Ann. 15-16-102)

How do I register for the Missoula County tax sale?

Submit a parcel list + proof of mailed notice + verifiable funds; electronic submissions get first priority.

What deposit is required for the Missoula County tax sale?

$75 tax-lien certificate fee per property; verifiable funds (cashier's check, money order, verified check, or card).

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