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Overview
Ottawa County (Grand Haven/Holland) holds weekly mortgage foreclosure sales on Thursdays at 10:00 AM at the west door of the Ottawa County Courthouse, 414 Washington Avenue, Grand Haven. Tax foreclosures are managed by the Ottawa County Treasurer with a three-round online auction system: minimum bid (August), re-offer (September), and no-reserve (October). A notable 5-year payment plan extension program is available for qualifying property owners.
Quick Reference
How to Bid at a Ottawa County Sheriff Sale
Follow these steps to participate in an upcoming Ottawa County auction:
Find upcoming listings
Browse Ottawa County sheriff sale listings on SheriffIQ or the county sheriff’s website. Check sale dates and property details.
Research the property
Run a title search through the Ottawa County Recorder of Deeds. Check property tax status, municipal liens, and IRS liens. Drive by the property to assess exterior condition.
Register to bid
Register with the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office before the sale. Bring valid photo ID and any required deposits.
Attend and bid
Attend the auction at the designated location on sale day. Bidding is live, verbal, and ascending.
Pay the deposit
If you win, the deposit (the required deposit) is due per county rules. Have your payment ready in the accepted format — typically cashier’s check or money order.
Pay the balance
The remaining balance is due Cash or cashier's check; no personal checks; due within 1 hour. Failure to pay typically results in forfeiture of your deposit and potential ban from future sales.
Receive your deed
After full payment, the Sheriff’s Deed is recorded and transferred to you.
Key Notes for Ottawa County Investors
Tax auction has THREE rounds: (1) minimum bid in August, (2) re-offer in September, (3) no-reserve in October.
5-year payment plan extension available for qualifying owners who owe 2+ years of forfeited taxes — contact Treasurer before March 31.
Advanced bidding via tax-sale.info accepted up to 30 days prior to each auction date.
Do NOT confuse with Ottawa County, Ohio (which uses Realauction) — Michigan's sales are in-person at Grand Haven.
Buyer CANNOT enter property during redemption period (MCL 600.3278).
Former owners may claim surplus from tax sales by filing Form 5743 (per Rafaeli, 2020).
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View Ottawa County ListingsFrequently Asked Questions
Are Ottawa County sheriff sales in person or online?
Ottawa County sheriff sales are conducted in person: In-person at west door of Ottawa County Courthouse. You’ll need to attend the auction location on sale day.
Can I inspect a property before bidding?
No. Sheriff sale properties are sold AS-IS. The Sheriff’s Office cannot provide property access or keys. Drive by to assess exterior condition and neighborhood, but interior inspections are not available before the auction.
Is there a redemption period in Michigan?
Michigan has a 6-month redemption period (12 months if less than 2/3 of the mortgage was owed). During redemption, you cannot take possession, renovate, or rent the property. Budget for carrying costs.
What liens survive a Ottawa County sheriff sale?
Property tax arrears, municipal liens (water, sewer, code violations), and IRS federal tax liens typically survive a sheriff sale. Junior mortgages and judgment liens are usually extinguished if properly named in the foreclosure suit. Always run a comprehensive title search before bidding.
Where can I find Ottawa County sheriff sale listings?
SheriffIQ aggregates Ottawa County sheriff sale listings with opening bids, property photos, ARV estimates, and auction dates. You can also check the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office website directly.
Official Resources
Ottawa County Listings on SheriffIQ
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