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Overview
Atlantic County (Mays Landing) holds sheriff’s sales on Thursdays at 12:00 PM (noon) in the Multi-Purpose Room of the Criminal Courthouse, 4997 Unami Boulevard, Mays Landing, NJ 08330. All bids are in increments of $1,000 or more (effective July 24, 2025), and all winning bidders must present a valid ID. Atlantic County is notably the jurisdiction whose sheriff was the lead plaintiff in the August 2025 case (MER-C-94-24) that struck down the nonprofit provision of the CWPP statewide.
Quick Reference
How to Bid at a Atlantic County Sheriff Sale
Follow these steps to participate in an upcoming Atlantic County auction:
Find upcoming listings
Browse Atlantic County sheriff sale listings on SheriffIQ or the county sheriff’s website. Check sale dates and property details.
Research the property
Run a title search through the Atlantic County Recorder of Deeds. Check property tax status, municipal liens, and IRS liens. Drive by the property to assess exterior condition.
Register to bid
Register with the Atlantic County Sheriff’s Office before the sale. Bring valid photo ID and any required deposits.
Attend and bid
Attend the auction at the designated location on sale day. Bidding is live, verbal, and ascending.
Pay the deposit
If you win, the deposit (20% of bid in certified/bank/treasurer’s check; due immediately. No checks older than 180 days.) is due per county rules. Have your payment ready in the accepted format — typically cashier’s check or money order.
Pay the balance
The remaining balance is due Within 30 days of sale, by certified check by 4:00 PM at Sheriff’s Office. Failure to pay typically results in forfeiture of your deposit and potential ban from future sales.
Receive your deed
After full payment, the Sheriff’s Deed is recorded and transferred to you.
Key Notes for Atlantic County Investors
Checks must be certified, bank, or treasurer’s checks — no personal or company checks. Checks more than 180 days old will not be accepted.
A separate check is required for each property purchased at the same sale.
All winning bidders must present valid photo ID at the time of sale.
Sales may be adjourned, settled, cancelled, or stopped right up to sale time. Check CivilView or call the morning of the sale.
Atlantic County is the originating plaintiff in case MER-C-94-24 that struck down the nonprofit/investor CWPP provision. Only defendant/homeowner CWPP right of first refusal is currently recognized.
A Sheriff’s Deed does not guarantee clear title. Conduct a full title search before bidding.
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View Atlantic County ListingsFrequently Asked Questions
What deposit is required to bid in Atlantic County?
The deposit requirement is: 20% of bid in certified/bank/treasurer’s check; due immediately. No checks older than 180 days.. The remaining balance is due: Within 30 days of sale, by certified check by 4:00 PM at Sheriff’s Office. Payment is typically by cashier’s check or money order — confirm accepted payment methods with the county.
Are Atlantic County sheriff sales in person or online?
Atlantic County sheriff sales are conducted in person: Open-type public auction; valid photo ID required of all winning bidders. You’ll need to attend the auction location on sale day.
Can I inspect a property before bidding?
No. Sheriff sale properties are sold AS-IS. The Sheriff’s Office cannot provide property access or keys. Drive by to assess exterior condition and neighborhood, but interior inspections are not available before the auction.
Is there a redemption period in New Jersey?
New Jersey has a 10-day redemption period after the sheriff sale. The prior owner can reclaim the property by paying the full sale amount plus costs. After the 10 days, the deed is yours.
What liens survive a Atlantic County sheriff sale?
Property tax arrears, municipal liens (water, sewer, code violations), and IRS federal tax liens typically survive a sheriff sale. Junior mortgages and judgment liens are usually extinguished if properly named in the foreclosure suit. Always run a comprehensive title search before bidding.
Where can I find Atlantic County sheriff sale listings?
SheriffIQ aggregates Atlantic County sheriff sale listings with opening bids, property photos, ARV estimates, and auction dates. You can also check the Atlantic County Sheriff’s Office website directly.
Official Resources
Atlantic County Listings on SheriffIQ
Photos, opening bids, ARV, and equity spread