Tax foreclosures in New Hanover County
Tax-foreclosure sales come up less often in New Hanover County than in the state's busiest counties. When property taxes go unpaid long enough, the county forecloses and the property is sold at public auction — often at prices well below market value. Tax Foreclosures NC tracks New Hanover County listings in one place: sale dates, upset-bid deadlines, minimum-bid math, and the paperwork you need to bid.
New sales are scheduled throughout the year, and every listing here updates daily — so a property you see today may have a new high bid or a new deadline tomorrow. Tax Foreclosures NC has tracked 10 tax-foreclosure listings in New Hanover County as of September 10, 2026.
Wilmington accounts for nearly all New Hanover County listings, with the occasional property at Carolina Beach or Castle Hayne. Within North Carolina, it borders Brunswick and Pender Counties.
How tax foreclosure sales work in New Hanover County
- Sales are typically held at the New Hanover County Courthouse at 316 Princess St in Wilmington — the exact time and place are listed on each sale's notice, so always confirm on the listing.
- After the auction, North Carolina law keeps bidding open for 10 more days. Anyone can raise the bid by 5% or $750, whichever is greater — this is the upset-bid process, and it's where many buyers actually win. Try the upset-bid calculator →
- Each raised bid restarts the 10-day clock. The sale is final only after 10 days pass with no new bid.
- Do your own due diligence before bidding: visit the property, check for liens, and verify details with the county. New to this? Start with how it works, step by step →
Frequently asked
How many tax foreclosures are there in New Hanover County?
The count changes as new sales are scheduled and upset-bid windows close — the live number at the top of this page updates daily. Tax-foreclosure sales come up less often in New Hanover County than in the state's busiest counties.
Where are New Hanover County tax foreclosure sales held?
Typically at the New Hanover County Courthouse at 316 Princess St in Wilmington, but the location can vary by sale — the exact place and time are on each sale's notice, so always confirm on the listing.
How much does it cost to see the listings?
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Investing beyond New Hanover County? Browse all the county guides, including nearby Brunswick County and Pender County.