What this page shows: Forsyth 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.
Forsyth County, North Carolina Tax Sale
Next sale (not yet announced): Sales advertised individually
Time: 12:00 noon
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Property list
Registration deadline
Not stated by the official source we checked. On the day of the sale, only auction-attendee bids are accepted.
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
Forsyth County tax sale — FAQ
When is the next Forsyth County, North Carolina tax sale?
Forsyth 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 Forsyth County tax sale use?
Forsyth County, North Carolina runs its deed sale via Forsyth County Tax Collector (via Zacchaeus Legal Services) -- Forsyth County Courthouse, 2nd Floor, 175 N. Chestnut St., Winston-Salem. 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 Forsyth 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)
What deposit is required for the Forsyth County tax sale?
5%-20% of the highest bid, as set out in the Notice of Sale; cash, money orders, or certified funds accepted. Upset bids require a 5% increase over the last bid with a minimum increase of $750.