South Carolina tax sale
Richland County, SC Tax Sale – November 2, 2026
Sale details
- Date
- Mon, Nov 2, 2026 – Nov 3, 2026
- Where
- In person, Township Auditorium, Columbia
- Deadlines & terms
- Online registration + $50 fee closed Oct 26
- Sale type
- Redeemable deed. South Carolina is a redeemable deed state.
Last verified Oct 31, 2026 · Official source: richlandcountysc.gov ↗
How South Carolina tax sales work
South Carolina is a redeemable deed state: the winning bidder receives a deed to the property, but the owner can still buy it back (redeem) for a set period by repaying the bid plus a statutory premium or penalty.
How the auction is won: Highest bid. Maximum interest or penalty: 3%, 6%, 9%, 12% of bid by quarter. Redemption period: 12 months.
Sources: S.C. Code §12-51-90 · §12-51-50
Before you bid
- Confirm the date, registration deadline and deposit on the official page.
- Lists shrink as owners pay; check the final list the day before.
- Research title, liens and occupancy, and talk to a local attorney.
Related
Not legal advice. LienDesk is a research tool. This page summarizes public records and statutes for general education; it is not legal, tax or investment advice. Laws, dates and terms change, so confirm everything with the county, the trustee or sheriff running the sale, and a licensed attorney before you bid.