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Santa Fe County, New Mexico Tax Sale

Next sale (not yet announced): No fixed annual date -- the 2026 Santa Fe County auction was held March 13, 2026; the next auction date has not yet been announced

Time: Registration/check-in opens 8:00 a.m.; registration closes and bidding begins 10:00 a.m. (per most recently published sale)

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Property list

Sale type
deed
Auction platform
In-person -- conducted by the NM Taxation & Revenue Dept. Property Tax Division, most recently held at the Santa Fe County Commission Chambers, 102 Grant Ave.
Bidding method
Oral public auction to the highest bidder; bidders must register in person (or via a notarized agent); no lien certificates are issued -- N.M. Stat. Sec. 7-38-67
Statutory maximum rate
N/A -- deed sale; the State issues a Tax Deed conveying the former owner's interest as of the lien date, with no title warranty
Redemption period
No post-sale redemption for the former owner; a 2-year window exists to challenge the sale in court -- N.M. Stat. Sec. 7-38-70. Sale cannot occur until 3 years after the tax first became delinquent -- N.M. Stat. Sec. 7-38-67
Deposit requirement
Cashier's check, money order, or personal/business check accompanied by a bank letter of guarantee; no advance deposit specified

Registration deadline

Day-of registration only; closes at 10:00 a.m. when the auction begins

Statutory basis

NMSA 1978, Ch. 7, Art. 38

The NM Property Tax Division (state, not the county) auctions property 3+ years delinquent -- a deed sale, organized by county. No former-owner redemption after the sale (only a 2-year court challenge).

Santa Fe County tax sale — FAQ

When is the next Santa Fe County, New Mexico tax sale?

Santa Fe County, New Mexico 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 Santa Fe County tax sale use?

Santa Fe County, New Mexico runs its deed sale via In-person -- conducted by the NM Taxation & Revenue Dept. Property Tax Division, most recently held at the Santa Fe County Commission Chambers, 102 Grant Ave.. Oral public auction to the highest bidder; bidders must register in person (or via a notarized agent); no lien certificates are issued -- N.M. Stat. Sec. 7-38-67

What is the redemption period and rate in Santa Fe County, New Mexico?

No post-sale redemption for the former owner; a 2-year window exists to challenge the sale in court -- N.M. Stat. Sec. 7-38-70. Sale cannot occur until 3 years after the tax first became delinquent -- N.M. Stat. Sec. 7-38-67 Rate/premium: N/A -- deed sale; the State issues a Tax Deed conveying the former owner's interest as of the lien date, with no title warranty

How do I register for the Santa Fe County tax sale?

Day-of registration only; closes at 10:00 a.m. when the auction begins

What deposit is required for the Santa Fe County tax sale?

Cashier's check, money order, or personal/business check accompanied by a bank letter of guarantee; no advance deposit specified