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Overview
Luzerne County (Wilkes-Barre/Scranton area) conducts monthly sheriff sales of real estate through its Sheriff's Civil Division. Listings are published online via the county's CountySuite portal and include case number, parties, judgment amount, property address with UPI, and current status. Sales are typically held in the courthouse.
Quick Reference
How to Bid at a Luzerne County Sheriff Sale
Follow these steps to participate in an upcoming Luzerne County auction:
Find upcoming listings
Browse Luzerne 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 Luzerne 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 Luzerne 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 per county requirements. 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. There is no redemption period.
Key Notes for Luzerne County Investors
All properties sold AS-IS; conduct a title search before bidding.
Listings include UPI (parcel) numbers for county assessment lookups.
Both mortgage foreclosures and tax lien sales are listed.
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View Luzerne County ListingsFrequently Asked Questions
Are Luzerne County sheriff sales in person or online?
Luzerne County sheriff sales are conducted in person: In-person at 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 Pennsylvania?
No. Pennsylvania has no post-sale redemption period for standard mortgage foreclosures. Once you pay in full and the deed is recorded, the property is yours. Philadelphia tax sales are the exception (9-month redemption).
What liens survive a Luzerne 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 Luzerne County sheriff sale listings?
SheriffIQ aggregates Luzerne County sheriff sale listings with opening bids, property photos, ARV estimates, and auction dates. You can also check the Luzerne County Sheriff’s Office website directly.
Official Resources
Luzerne County Listings on SheriffIQ
Photos, opening bids, ARV, and equity spread