Virginia
Virginia sells the property itself at judicial auction, and there is no statutory redemption period once the court confirms the sale — title passes free and clear of prior liens. The owner's only chance to keep the property is to redeem before the auction, typically by paying all delinquent tax, penalties, interest, and legal fees by 5 p.m. the day before the sale. If you're bidding, the redemption risk that exists in lien states simply isn't part of the calculation here — the risk moves entirely to the property itself.
Deep-dive guideSurplus funds after a Virginia tax sale →
A commissioner in chancery may review the claim — 2 years, then it goes to the locality.
Virginia county auctions
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| Fauquier County | Aug 24, 2026 | deed | Closed |
| Dinwiddie County | Jun 24, 2026 | deed | Closed |
Quick answers
Is Virginia a tax lien or tax deed state?+
Virginia is a tax deed state.
What's the interest rate or penalty in Virginia?+
In Virginia, the rate is: None — deed sold at auction.
How long is the redemption period in Virginia?+
The redemption period in Virginia is None after the sale.
Not sure how Virginia's system compares to a state you already know? Read Tax Lien vs. Tax Deed: What's the Difference? for the full breakdown.
Planning to resell or finance a Virginia tax deed? Read You Won a Tax Deed. Why Can't You Sell It Yet? before you assume the deed alone is enough.
This page is general information, not financial or legal advice. Rates and redemption periods are set by state statute and can change by county or legislative session — always confirm against the county's own auction notice before bidding.