Allegheny County tax sales
Allegheny County runs the Pittsburgh area's tax enforcement under Pennsylvania rules: September Upset Sales convey deeds subject to liens; later Judicial Sales wipe them clear. Right now, 495 (estimated) properties around Pittsburgh carry at least one motivation signal, and the tax-delinquent slice is where deadlines are hardest.
The official sale, and the list under it
The controlling schedule, parcel list, deposits and bidding rules for Allegheny County come from the county tax office, published before each sale alongside legal notices. That list is a snapshot: it shrinks daily as owners redeem, and it only exists in sale season.
The year-round version is the delinquency record itself. Owners appear there months before any auction, which is when a private sale can still solve their problem quietly. That is the list below, ranked by how much pressure each owner is under.
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| Rank | Why they would sell | Est. value | Start bid | Under market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Notice of defaultTax delinquent 1 yr59% equity | $617,000 | $268,000 | ~45% |
| #2 | Pre-foreclosureTax delinquent 2 yr54% equity | $588,000 | $283,000 | ~45% |
| #3 | Notice of defaultTax delinquent 4 yr71% equity | $585,000 | $258,000 | ~44% |
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Allegheny County tax sale FAQ
When is the Allegheny County tax sale?
Allegheny County publishes its sale schedule and parcel list through the county tax office before each sale, and Pennsylvania sales follow the state pattern: September Upset Sales convey deeds subject to liens; later Judicial Sales wipe them clear. The list shrinks daily as owners redeem, so check the official notice close to the date.
How do Allegheny County tax sales work?
Pennsylvania is a deed state. September Upset Sales convey deeds subject to liens; later Judicial Sales wipe them clear. The county's pre-sale notices control the exact rules, deposits and bidding format for Allegheny County.
How many tax-delinquent properties are in the Pittsburgh area?
Around 495 properties near Pittsburgh currently show at least one motivation signal in county records, and tax delinquency is one of the most common. The live list on this page updates daily as records change.
Can I buy Allegheny County tax-delinquent properties before the auction?
Yes, and it is usually the better trade: no bidding war, and the owner solves their tax deadline with a clean sale. LowBaller ranks every tax-delinquent property in the Pittsburgh area by pressure and equity, with owner contact available to members.
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Informational summary, not legal or investment advice. The Allegheny County tax office's pre-sale notices control all schedules, formats and rules.