Auction Radar: September 18 to October 9, 2026 - Indiana Tax Lien Sales Dominate, 37 Verified Sales
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TL;DR
- →37 verified sales across Indiana, Pennsylvania, and Texas from September 18 to October 9, 2026.
- →Indiana has 30 tax lien sales, with five counties on September 28 alone.
- →Pennsylvania has four upset sales, including Chester County on September 21 and Montgomery County on September 24 with a continued sale on December 10.
- →Texas has three sheriff tax sales on October 6 in Denton, Wichita, and Wise counties.
Indiana Tax Lien Sales: A Statewide Wave
Indiana dominates the next three weeks with 30 verified tax lien sales. The action starts on September 25 with Decatur and Vermillion counties. On September 28, five counties hold sales: Benton, Lawrence, Newton, Shelby, and Vermillion. The pace continues with Spencer, Sullivan, and Starke on September 29, then Vigo, Huntington, and Blackford on September 30. October brings Elkhart and Washington on October 1, Warrick, Rush, and Warren on October 2, and Gibson, Noble, and Fountain on October 5. The final push includes Carroll, DeKalb, and Tipton on October 6, Owen and Knox on October 7, Hamilton, Greene, and Whitley on October 8, and Jackson and Johnson on October 9. If you invest in Indiana tax liens, you have no shortage of options.
Pennsylvania Upset Sales: Chester, Cumberland, Fayette, and Montgomery
Pennsylvania has four upset tax sales in this window. Chester County holds its sale on Monday, September 21. Cumberland County runs an online bidding window on Bid4Assets from September 18 to 21. Fayette County also uses Bid4Assets with a window from September 21 to 22. Montgomery County holds its sale on September 24, with a continued sale on December 10. These are upset sales, which means you are bidding on the property itself, not a lien. Check each county's rules for deposit and payment terms before you bid.
Texas Sheriff Tax Sales: First Tuesday in October
Three Texas counties hold sheriff tax sales on October 6, the first Tuesday of the month and the statutory sale day. Denton, Wichita, and Wise counties all have listings on GovEase that name the October sale. These are tax deed sales conducted by the sheriff. If you are looking at Texas, note that the first Tuesday rule is set by statute, so the date is firm. Verify the property list and bidding procedures on the county's GovEase page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this Auction Radar edition.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between an Indiana tax lien sale and a Pennsylvania upset sale?↓
Indiana tax lien sales sell a lien on the property, so you pay the delinquent taxes and hold a lien that accrues interest. Pennsylvania upset sales sell the property itself, subject to certain liens, and you take title if you are the high bidder. The processes and risks are different, so review each state's statutes.
How do I bid in Cumberland or Fayette County, Pennsylvania?↓
Both counties use Bid4Assets for online bidding. Cumberland County's window is September 18 to 21, and Fayette County's window is September 21 to 22. You must register on Bid4Assets and meet the county's deposit requirements before you can bid.
Why are there so many Indiana sales on September 28?↓
Indiana tax lien sales are scheduled by county, and several counties chose the same date. On September 28, Benton, Lawrence, Newton, Shelby, and Vermillion counties all hold their sales. You can bid in multiple counties if you meet each county's requirements.
What happens if I win a Texas sheriff tax sale?↓
You receive a sheriff's deed or equivalent, but the former owner may have a redemption period depending on the circumstances. The sale is conducted by the sheriff on the first Tuesday of the month. Check the specific county's rules and the GovEase listing for details on redemption and title.
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