Pennsylvania Tax Sales

1. Tax Lien Sheriff’s Sale Listings for Which Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP Represents U.S. Bank National Association, As Trustee

2. Tax Sale Listings for Which Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP Serves as Co-Counsel to the City of Philadelphia

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there multiple tax sales each month in the City of Philadelphia? If so, is the information contained on this website applicable to all of them?

 There are multiple tax sales each month in the City of Philadelphia. There are Tax Lien Sheriff’s Sales conducted on behalf of U.S. Bank, National Association, As Trustee. There are also delinquent tax sales conducted on behalf of the City of Philadelphia for which Linebarger Goggan Blair and Sampson, LLP, serves as co-counsel to the City of Philadelphia. There are also tax sales conducted on behalf of the City of Philadelphia for which Linebarger Goggan Blair and Sampson, LLP, does not serve as co-counsel to the City of Philadelphia. However, every type of sale is not necessarily conducted every month.

Information on this website relates to Tax Lien Sheriff’s Sales conducted on behalf of U.S. Bank, National Association, As Trustee and delinquent tax sales conducted on behalf of the City of Philadelphia for which Linebarger Goggan Blair and Sampson, LLP serves as co-counsel to the City of Philadelphia. Information on this website does not relate to tax sales for which Linebarger Goggan Blair and Sampson, LLP, does not serve as co-counsel to the City of Philadelphia.

What is the location of Tax Lien Sheriff’s Sales conducted on behalf of U.S. Bank, National Association, As Trustee and the delinquent tax sales for which Linebarger Goggan Blair and Sampson, LLP serves as co-counsel to the City of Philadelphia?

They are held at the First District Plaza, located at 3801 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA.

When do Tax Lien Sheriff’s Sales conducted on behalf of U.S. Bank, National Association, As Trustee and the delinquent tax sales for which Linebarger Goggan Blair and Sampson, LLP serves as co-counsel to the City of Philadelphia occur? Also, how do I learn what properties will be offered for sale on any particular date?

You may visit the website of Linebarger Goggan Blair and Sampson, LLP at www.publicans.com. You may also visit the website of the Office of the Sheriff of the City and County of Philadelphia at www.phillysheriff.com. Also, such information is typically published in the Philadelphia Legal Intelligencer and a newspaper of general circulation each month.

What is the bidding process?

The bidding is in increments of at least $100. Therefore, if the opening bid is $800, then the next bid that the Auctioneer can accept is $900, then $1,000 and so on. Bidders can bid in increments of more than $100, but the next bid to be accepted must always be at least $100 higher than the previous bid. In order for a bid to count, it must be heard by the Auctioneer. If a bidder is announced as the high bidder by the Auctioneer, then he/she must state his/her name clearly and come forward to put down his/her deposit with the Sheriff's Office personnel. You should refer to the Conditions of Sale established by the Office of the Sheriff of the City and County of Philadelphia for additional information.

Is there a minimum deposit?

The minimum deposit for both the Tax Lien Sheriff’s Sales and the delinquent tax sales, is $500 or 10% of the winning bid amount, whichever is greater. Payment must be made via cash, cashier’s check, money order or attorney’s check.

Is my deposit refundable?

Deposits are not refundable. Deposits are forfeited if a bidder does not settle on the bid with the Office of the Sheriff of the City and County of Philadelphia pursuant to the terms of the Conditions of Sale.

Are there any guarantees or warranties?

There are no guarantees and/or warranties of any kind for properties sold at Tax Lien Sheriff’s Sales conducted on behalf of U.S. Bank, National Association, As Trustee and at delinquent tax sales for which Linebarger Goggan Blair and Sampson, LLP serves as co-counsel to the City of Philadelphia. Buyers assume all risks associated with purchasing a property at sheriff’s sale and are strongly encouraged to obtain professional assistance and/or legal advice before purchasing a property at sheriff’s sale.

Please note that some of the properties sold at Sheriff’s Sale are houses and some are not. Some of the properties are vacant lots, commercial properties and industrial properties. Some of the properties cannot be rehabilitated. Potential bidders should examine the building or buildings situated on the property. Note, however, that neither the City of Philadelphia nor the law firm is authorized to permit or arrange for entry in the properties listed for Sheriff’s Sale. Finally, it may be worthwhile to obtain from the City of Philadelphia Department of License and Inspections (L&I) a list of any uncorrected code violations which L&I may have identified for the property. Information is available at L&I's Permit Issuance Unit, located in the concourse level of the Municipal Services Building, 1401 JFK Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA.

How much time do I have to settle my bid with the Sheriff’s Office?

Bidders will have thirty days to settle their bid with the Sheriff's Office. It is located in the Land Title Building, 100 South Broad Street, 5th Floor, Philadelphia, PA. In some circumstances, if you wish to have an additional 30 days to settle your bid, you may request it in writing from the Sheriff's Office within the initial 30 day period. Bidders may be able to get an extension of 30 days if there was no second bid registered on the property. If there was a second bid registered for the property, then the Sheriff's Office will not give bidders an extension of time under any circumstances.

What is the “Right of Redemption”?

The right of redemption means that an owner or other party with a legal interest in a property that is occupied as a residence may file a petition with the court to get the property back after the sale. Generally, if a right of redemption exists, then it exists for nine months from the date of acknowledgment of the Sheriff’s Deed. However, the right of redemption does not exist for all properties. We cannot advise anyone whether there is a right to redeem. If anyone has questions about their rights and responsibilities concerning redemption, we suggest they speak to their own attorneys.