Delta County does not sell tax lien certificates. Investors may purchase properties at our tax sales or by sealed bid after the property has been 'STRUCK OFF'.
Tax Sale Information
Requirement
Completed written statement of no taxes due from the Delta County Tax Assessor-Collector's office.
Date and Time of the Next Sale
The first Tuesday in April, 2025, the same being the 1st day of said month between the hours of 10 o'clock a.m. and 4 o'clock p.m. on said day, beginning at 10:00 AM.
Location
East Door of the Delta County Courthouse, 200 West Dallas Avenue, Cooper, Texas, 75432
To Obtain a Tax Sale List
A tax sale list will be published in the The Cooper Review on three occasions during the two weeks preceding the sale (dates vary). Notices are also posted at the Delta County Courthouse and on the County's website under the Public Notices webpage. Visit the web sites of the tax attorney's who represent Delta County.
- Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP - post tax sale property listings in various jurisdictions of Delta County
Payment
Payment in full is required of the winning bidder on the day of sale. Payment must be by cashier's check or money order. Credit cards are not accepted.
Other Costs
The other costs that must be paid at time of sale are: any fees that have not been paid, other costs associated with the sale; also, taxes for post judgment years may also be due from the buyer.
Deed
A sheriff's deed is issued at the time of sale, or shortly thereafter.
Redemption
The owner may redeem the property at any time up to six months to two years after the sale. The redemption period varies for each property according to the type of property, the length of time we have been trustees, etc. When an owner redeems the property, he must pay the investor the amount paid at time of sale plus 25% and any costs of sale during the first year of redemption. During the second year, the investor is entitled to the amount paid at the time of sale plus 50% and any costs of sale.