What this page shows: Richland 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.
Richland County, South Carolina Tax Sale
Next sale (not yet announced): Not yet announced for 2026 (official source states the 2025 Tax Sale and Sealed Bid Auction have ended; sale is typically held each fall)
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
S.C. Code Title 12, Ch. 51
Each county holds an annual delinquent tax sale (redeemable deed); the original owner has 12 months to redeem, paying the winning bid plus a 3%/6%/9%/12% quarterly interest penalty.
Sources — verified 2026-07-16
Richland County tax sale — FAQ
When is the next Richland County, South Carolina tax sale?
Richland County, South 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 Richland County tax sale use?
Richland County, South Carolina runs its redeemable-deed sale via In-person public auction administered by the Richland County Treasurer's Office (a separate Sealed Bid Auction is also referenced on the county's site). Public auction at which the officer charged with collection submits an opening bid on behalf of the Forfeited Land Commission equal to all unpaid taxes, penalties, assessments, and costs (S.C. Code Ann. Sec. 12-51-55, Sec. 12-51-50)
What is the redemption period and rate in Richland County, South Carolina?
12 months (S.C. Code Ann. 12-51-90) Rate/premium: Stepped redemption penalty, capped at the bid amount: 3% (months 1-3), 6% (months 4-6), 9% (months 7-9), 12% (months 10-12) (S.C. Code Ann. Sec. 12-51-90)