Getting Your Home Back After a Tax Sale in Delaware
How long you have to redeem a home after a property tax sale or tax lien sale in Delaware, and how to do it.
Short answer: When a county sells real estate for delinquent taxes under the monition method, the owner may redeem within 60 days after the court approves the sale by paying the buyer the purchase price plus 15%, plus all costs (or paying it into court if the buyer refuses or cannot be found). 9 Del. C. §§ 8728, 8729
| Property tax sales | When a county sells real estate for delinquent taxes under the monition method, the owner may redeem within 60 days after the court approves the sale by paying the buyer the purchase price plus 15%, plus all costs (or paying it into court if the buyer refuses or cannot be found). If not redeemed, the buyer may petition the Superior Court for a sheriff's deed. Re-verified 2026-10-27. Source: 9 Del. C. §§ 8728, 8729 |
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FAQ
How do you get your home back after a tax sale in Delaware?
When a county sells real estate for delinquent taxes under the monition method, the owner may redeem within 60 days after the court approves the sale by paying the buyer the purchase price plus 15%, plus all costs (or paying it into court if the buyer refuses or cannot be found). If not redeemed, the buyer may petition the Superior Court for a sheriff's deed.
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.