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New Hanover County, North Carolina tax sale

Last checked Tue, Oct 27, 2026

Information only, not investment or legal advice. Sale dates, terms and deadlines change; always confirm with the county before you register or bid.

Upcoming sales

No upcoming sale date posted. The last sale listed on the page was May 22, 2026 (three vacant lots, civil no. 23CVS000524-640), which the page says are still available to bid on; contact Kania Law Firm, P.A. at 828-252-8010, Ext. 115.

Sale details

Sale type
deed
Format
In person
How to bid
Bid at the public sale on the front steps of the New Hanover County District Courthouse, 316 Princess Street, Wilmington. The highest bidder pays a deposit of 5% of the bid or $750, whichever is greater, at the end of the sale, in cash or certified bank check only. Bids stay open for ten days for upset bids, which must beat the reported price by 5% and by at least $750 and are filed in person, by certified bank check, with the New Hanover County Clerk of Superior Court (Civil Records Division, 910-772-6603). After confirmation the final bidder pays the balance by certified bank check, records the deed at the Register of Deeds and pays the current year's taxes.

County contact

Office
New Hanover County Tax Department (sales by a Commissioner; questions on the listed lots go to Kania Law Firm, P.A.)
Phone
910-798-7311
Address
230 Government Center Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403
Website
https://www.nhcgov.com/345/Foreclosures

Sources

Source: New Hanover County, North Carolina official websites listed above. TaxAuctionLists is independent and is not affiliated with or endorsed by New Hanover County.

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