Getting Your Home Back After a Tax Sale in Illinois
How long you have to redeem a home after a property tax sale or tax lien sale in Illinois, and how to do it.
Short answer: Property sold at a tax sale may generally be redeemed at any time before 3 years after the sale date. 35 ILCS 200/21-350
| Property tax sales | Property sold at a tax sale may generally be redeemed at any time before 3 years after the sale date. Vacant non-farm property, buildings with 7 or more residential units, and commercial or industrial property may be redeemed only within 1 year after the sale. These periods apply under the current section to tax certificates issued on or after its effective dates; older certificates may follow earlier rules. Source: 35 ILCS 200/21-350 |
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FAQ
How do you get your home back after a tax sale in Illinois?
Property sold at a tax sale may generally be redeemed at any time before 3 years after the sale date. Vacant non-farm property, buildings with 7 or more residential units, and commercial or industrial property may be redeemed only within 1 year after the sale.
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.