Fairfax, Arlington, and Loudoun County delinquent properties. Virginia sells the deed outright — no lien certificates. Find your next acquisition before the auction.
Explore Virginia →Virginia is a tax deed state. After a property owner has been delinquent for 3 or more years, the locality may sell the property at public auction. The winning bidder receives a deed — ownership transfers directly. Unlike tax lien states, there is no certificate or waiting period to become the owner. Virginia deeds do come with a 1-year right of redemption for the original owner in some cases, so title insurance is advisable.
Live data — updated as new sales are announced. Click any county to open the map filtered to that county.
| County | Next Auction | Properties | Official Site | Explore |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington County County | May 20, 2026 | 10 | Official Site ↗ | View on Map |
| Loudoun County County | May 27, 2026 | 10 | Official Site ↗ | View on Map |
| Fairfax County County | Jun 15, 2026 | 10 | Official Site ↗ | View on Map |
| Chesapeake County | TBD | 9 | Official Site ↗ | View on Map |
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Open Virginia Map →All Virginia localities (counties and independent cities) hold tax sales for delinquent properties. Lientac currently tracks Fairfax, Arlington, and Loudoun counties — the largest Northern Virginia markets.
Virginia law requires at least 3 years of delinquency before a locality can proceed with a tax sale. The county must also file in circuit court and provide proper notice to the owner.
No. Virginia is strictly a tax deed state. There are no tax lien certificates — the property itself is auctioned off after the delinquency period. Investors receive a deed, not a certificate.
Virginia code provides a 1-year right of redemption for the former owner in some circumstances. This is why title insurance is strongly recommended. Consult a Virginia real estate attorney before bidding.
Each county manages its own auction process. Fairfax County uses an online platform through Virginia Auction Company. Loudoun County holds in-person and online auctions. Check the official county link in the table above for registration details.