Disclaimer
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*All tax deed auctions are held in person at the Levy County Government Center BoCC Meeting Room. The address for the sale is 310 School St – Bronson, FL 32621.
The Clerk of Court of Levy County provides information on this website as a service to our customers. We are committed to ensuring that these records are accurate. We make no warranty or guarantee regarding the accuracy or reliability of the content on this site or at other sites to which we are linked. The user is responsible for determining the accuracy and reliability of the information in our system and is advised to search on all possible spelling variations of proper names as well as other search criteria, to maximize search results.
The Clerk shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for any damages in connection with the use of the information contained herein.
If you require additional assistance, you may contact our Tax Deeds Department during business hours at (352) 486-5266 or visit one of our offices.
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Tax Deed Surpluses
Surplus funds are held by the Clerk for legally entitled parties, such as owners or lienholders of record. The Clerk does not decide who receives surplus funds; distribution is governed by statute. All disbursements are made in accordance with Chapter 197, Florida Statutes. For more information about surplus funds, please contact our recording office at 352-486-5266.
New to Levy County Tax Deed Sales?
We’re here to help. If this is your first time participating, we strongly recommend reviewing our helpful resources before bidding. Be sure to download our First‑Time Bidders Quick Guide, which walks you through the process step‑by‑step, and our Tax Deed Sale Disclaimers, which explain important rules, risks, and bidder responsibilities. You’ll also find answers to common questions—such as payment deadlines, redemption, and liens—in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) below. Taking a few minutes to review these materials can help you feel confident and prepared on auction day.
Tax Deed Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
A tax deed sale is a public auction where real property is sold to the highest bidder to recover unpaid (delinquent) property taxes. When taxes remain unpaid for a statutory period, a tax deed application may be filed and the property scheduled for sale.
A tax deed sale is not a foreclosure sale.
Tax deed sales are conducted by the Levy County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, acting as Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners.
All tax deed auctions are held in person at the Levy County Government Center BoCC Meeting Room. The address for the sale is 310 School St – Bronson, FL 32621.
Tax deed sales are typically held several times per year on scheduled dates. The exact date and time for each sale will be published in advance. Interested parties should check the Levy County Clerk’s website for current listings.
Yes. Tax deed sales are legally advertised in a newspaper of general circulation in the county, as required by Florida law.
Yes. All bidders must sign-in with the Levy County Clerk prior to participating in a tax deed sale. A sign-in sheet is provided at the sale on the day of the auction.
Yes.
A non‑refundable CASH deposit of $200 or 5% of the final bid, whichever is greater, is required immediately upon being declared the winning bidder, per parcel.
- Deposit applies toward the purchase price
- Failure to timely complete payment will result in forfeiture of deposit
Above at the top of this page you can read the disclaimer and enter our tax deed portal to begin your search by clicking on “I Accept”.
Listings generally include:
- Owner’s name
- Parcel identification number
- Legal description
- Opening bid amount
Additional property information may be available by reviewing the tax deed file maintained by the Clerk’s office.
An ownership and encumbrance report is normally included in the tax deed file. However:
- The report may not list all liens or encumbrances
- The Clerk does not guarantee accuracy
- Buyers are responsible for conducting their own title research
Tax deed property is sold AS IS and on a BUYER BEWARE basis. Properties may be subject to:
- Governmental liens
- Code enforcement liens
- Utility liens
- Judgments
- Other restrictions or claims
If you are the successful high bidder, full payment must be made within a short statutory time period after the sale.
Accepted forms of payment include:
- Cash – Deposit due immediately upon being recognized as high bidder.
- Cashier’s check – Final payment balance due before 2:00 P.M. the day after the auction.
- Personal Check & Cash – Accepted for doc stamps and recording fees paid separately before 2:00 P.M. the day after the auction.
Failure to comply may result in:
- Cancellation of the sale
- Re‑auction of the property
- Disqualification from future bidding
If full payment is not received by the deadline:
- Your deposit will be forfeited
- You may be barred from participating in future tax deed sales in Levy County
Tax certificate sales are handled by the Levy County Tax Collector, not the Clerk of Court. Contact the Tax Collector’s office directly for information regarding tax certificate bidding, payments, and redemptions.
Visis the Levy County Tax Collector’s website for more information.
Redemption occurs when the property owner (or other authorized party) pays all delinquent taxes, interest, and costs to the Tax Collector. Once redeemed, the property is removed from the tax deed sale.
Scheduled sale lists are updated periodically to reflect redemptions. Because last‑minute redemptions may occur, bidders are encouraged to verify property status with the Levy County Clerk prior to the sale.
If no bids are received:
- The tax deed applicant (tax certificate holder) may be required to take ownership, or
- Provide statement to place the property on the “lands available” list or
- If the county is the applicant, property may be placed on the “lands available” list
After a statutory holding period, property may be available for purchase at a price that includes the opening bid plus applicable taxes and interest. The Levy County Tax Collector manages the “lands available” list and payments are made to their office.
- All tax deed sales are final
- Properties may be occupied
- Possession is not guaranteed
- Quiet title action may be required to obtain clear title
- The Clerk’s office cannot provide legal advice