Last updated 10-28-2026

Oregon Counties with Property Auctions Scheduled 

November 5, 2026, Linn County Sheriff's Auction

November 17, 2026, Columbia County Sheriff's Auction

Columbia County takes title to tax foreclosure properties in October or November each year.

Tax-foreclosed properties are administered in accordance with County Policies and Procedures dated October 12, 2016.

• Read the policy for surplus/tax foreclosed property

The County’s surplus property inventory identifies properties you can purchase. If the property is worth more than $15,000 or is a buildable lot, the County will sell it at a Sheriff’s sale. If a property is worth less than $15,000 and is not buildable, the County can dispose of it through a publicly noticed private sale. Properties offered at a Sheriff’s sale that receive no bids can also be sold through a private sale. The next Sheriff’s sale is not currently scheduled.

If you are interested in a tax foreclosed/surplus property

• * View the list of Currently Available Properties. Columbia County has NO available properties at this time.  Please check back later. 
• * View the Property by Tax Account Number on the Columbia County Map Tool
• * Complete the Surplus Property Purchase Inquiry Form

Tax foreclosure property sale proceeds are distributed in accordance with ORS 275.275 (Distribution of Proceeds).

Note: Please do not attempt to contact county staff with inquiries directly unless special circumstances justify a direct contact (e.g., the circumstances associated with a foreclosed property are causing harm to your property).

We will file and process inquiries in accordance with the revised sales procedures.