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Milwaukee County, Wisconsin Tax Sale

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StatusNot yet announced
Next possible dateRolling offer-to-purchase listings (no fixed auction date)
Property listPosted by official source (see link below)
Sale typeTax deed
PlatformMilwaukee County Dept of Administrative Services (offer-based listings)
Last verified2026-07-15

Milwaukee County at a glance

Median home value
$200,000
US Census ACS
Median gross rent
$1,012/mo
US Census ACS
Vacancy rate
8.1%
49.4% owner-occupied
Population
933,063
-2.5% over 5 years
Median real-estate taxes
$4,313/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 Milwaukee County's recurring cadence, platform, legal structure, and other tracked cycles, see the Milwaukee County tax sale hub.

What this page shows: Milwaukee 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): Rolling offer-to-purchase listings (no fixed auction date)

Time: Not applicable (continuous listings, not a scheduled auction).

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Property list

Sale type
deed
Auction platform
Milwaukee County Dept of Administrative Services (offer-based listings)
Bidding method
Offer-to-purchase (not a scheduled auction) on county-acquired tax-deeded property; in the first 30-day listing period no below-list offers are accepted (Wis. Stat. Ch. 75, in-rem 75.521). NOTE: this covers the ~18 suburban municipalities only -- City of Milwaukee sells its own in-rem inventory separately via the Dept of City Development.
Statutory maximum rate
Deed sale -- no lien certificate, no interest.
Redemption period
Redemption ends before the county takes the tax deed; NO redemption after the county sale (Wis. Stat. Ch. 75).
Deposit requirement
Not stated -- contact the office.

Registration deadline

Submit an Offer to Purchase; no scheduled registration.

Statutory basis

Wis. Stat. Ch. 75 (75.35/75.69/75.521)

The county (or the City of Milwaukee) takes tax-delinquent property by in-rem tax deed, then resells the county-owned property by sealed bid or offer-to-purchase. No lien certificates; redemption ends before the deed, none after the sale.

Milwaukee County tax sale — FAQ

When is the next Milwaukee County, Wisconsin tax sale?

Milwaukee County, Wisconsin 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 Milwaukee County tax sale use?

Milwaukee County, Wisconsin runs its deed sale via Milwaukee County Dept of Administrative Services (offer-based listings). Offer-to-purchase (not a scheduled auction) on county-acquired tax-deeded property; in the first 30-day listing period no below-list offers are accepted (Wis. Stat. Ch. 75, in-rem 75.521). NOTE: this covers the ~18 suburban municipalities only -- City of Milwaukee sells its own in-rem inventory separately via the Dept of City Development.

What is the redemption period and rate in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin?

Redemption ends before the county takes the tax deed; NO redemption after the county sale (Wis. Stat. Ch. 75). Rate/premium: Deed sale -- no lien certificate, no interest.

How do I register for the Milwaukee County tax sale?

Submit an Offer to Purchase; no scheduled registration.

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