Orange County Annual Tax Sale

Orange County, New York, will host an online-only Tax Sale Auction starting October 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM and ending Wednesday, October 22, 2026, at 10:30 AM. The Orange County-owned property auction will take place exclusively at NYSAuctions.com. All bidders must register online and follow the required steps before the Orange County tax auction begins.

Key Auction Details:

Date: October 20 – 22, 2026
Location: Online at NYSAuctions.com
Time: Opens at 10:00 AM on October 20; closes at 10:30 AM on October 22, 2026

Terms of Sale:

Orange County, New York sells all properties “as-is” through Quit Claim Deed

All sales are final; no warranties provided on title, condition, or use

Buyers must pay either 11% buyer’s premium (credit card) or 10% (bank check or money order)

Deposit: $1,000 or 20% of total contract price, whichever is greater

Buyer covers all closing costs

Purchasers handle any existing tenants or occupants after receiving the deed

No possession allowed before deed transfer is complete

How to Participate:

Visit NYSAuctions.com to create your account

Submit valid ID and complete the Internet Bidding Packet (IBP) sent via DocuSign

Orange County officials will approve bidding accounts once registration is verified

Only bidders with completed IBPs will receive bidding access on October 20

No on-site property showings; photos and documents available online

Links you might need for the Orange County, New York, Tax Auction:

• Orange County Tax Sale Information Link 
• Orange County Real Property
  
• Orange County Online Auction Site
• Steps to Start Investing in New York Hybrid Tax Investing
  
• Discover the intriguing world of Hybrid Auctions
• Discover Tax Deeds and how you can find property for as little as $50! 
• Want to get started with Tax Liens? Watch this video!
• Here are some tips for investing in New York Tax Deeds

This auction offers the opportunity to purchase property directly from Orange County through a secure online process. Buyers should prepare ahead, review all terms, and make sure funds are ready. Complete your registration early and bid with confidence when the auction opens

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