2026 Tax Sale

The tax sale will be held on June 15, 2026 at the Johnson County Administration Building, 913 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240 in room 110 Betty Sass.

Map to Johnson County Administration Building

Notice to all tax sale bidders

Participants must pre-register at the Treasurer's office by 5:00 pm, June 5th for the June 15 tax sale. The registration fee is $58 per bidder tax identification number. Please remember to bring your receipt & bidder number on the day of the tax sale.

A designation of agent for service of process on file with the Iowa Secretary of State or a verified statement meeting the requirements of chapter 547 on file with the Johnson County Recorder for any bidders who are not individuals.

If you have any questions please call the Treasurer's office 319-356-6087.
 

Tax Sale Procedures
Application and Affidavit for Redemption
Bidder Registration Form
Federal W9 Form - Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification

2025 tax sale files

Please contact the Treasurer's office for the 2025 tax sale list