What this page shows: Durham 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.
Durham County, North Carolina Tax Sale
Next sale (not yet announced): Second Tuesday of each month at 12:00 noon, when properties are ready for sale
Time: 12:00 noon
Held monthly, first Tuesday, per statute.
Get alerted the moment Durham County confirms its next date
We re-check Durham County'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
No registration required, but you must be present to bid on a listing.
Statutory basis
N.C.G.S. Ch. 105, Art. 26 (105-374/105-375)
Mortgage-style tax foreclosure -- no lien certificates. Property is auctioned per-case, then subject to a 10-day UPSET-BID period (each upset restarts the clock) until the court confirms; no redemption after confirmation.
Sources — verified 2026-07-16
Durham County tax sale — FAQ
When is the next Durham County, North Carolina tax sale?
Durham County, North Carolina 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 Durham County tax sale use?
Durham County, North Carolina runs its deed sale via Court-appointed Commissioner (usually R. Douglas Davis) -- lobby of the Durham County Judicial Building, 510 S. Dillard St., Durham. Highest bid at sheriff/commissioner sale, subject to a 10-day upset-bid period (N.C.G.S. 1-339.25)
What is the redemption period and rate in Durham County, North Carolina?
No post-sale redemption; only the 10-day upset-bid window before confirmation (N.C.G.S. 1-339.25) Rate/premium: N/A -- deed foreclosure sale; no investor interest/redemption certificate (N.C.G.S. 105-374/105-375)
How do I register for the Durham County tax sale?
No registration required, but you must be present to bid on a listing.
What deposit is required for the Durham County tax sale?
10% cash/certified-check deposit with the Commissioner at time of sale (temporary personal check held up to two hours). Upset bids require a 5% increase or $750, whichever is greater.