Getting Your Home Back After a Tax Sale in Arizona
How long you have to redeem a home after a property tax sale or tax lien sale in Arizona, and how to do it.
Short answer: Arizona sells tax liens, not the home itself. The owner (or the owner's agent, or anyone with a legal or equitable interest) may redeem the lien by paying the county treasurer at any time within three years after the tax lien sale, and after three years until the treasurer's deed is… Ariz. Rev. Stat. §§ 42-18101, 42-18151, 42-18152
| Property tax sales | Arizona sells tax liens, not the home itself. The owner (or the owner's agent, or anyone with a legal or equitable interest) may redeem the lien by paying the county treasurer at any time within three years after the tax lien sale, and after three years until the treasurer's deed is delivered to the certificate holder. Re-verified 2026-10-27. |
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FAQ
How do you get your home back after a tax sale in Arizona?
Arizona sells tax liens, not the home itself. The owner (or the owner's agent, or anyone with a legal or equitable interest) may redeem the lien by paying the county treasurer at any time within three years after the tax lien sale, and after three years until the treasurer's deed is delivered to the certificate holder.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.