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Overview
Middlesex County (New Brunswick) holds sheriff’s sales every other week at The Heldrich Hotel, 10 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick, NJ. Sales begin at 1:30 PM with doors opening at 12:30 PM. Sign-in is required. The Sheriff’s Office advertises exclusively on middlesexcountynj.gov — not affiliated with any commercial real estate or online auction websites.
Quick Reference
How to Bid at a Middlesex County Sheriff Sale
Follow these steps to participate in an upcoming Middlesex County auction:
Find upcoming listings
Browse Middlesex 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 Middlesex 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 Middlesex 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; cash up to $1,000, or certified/official bank check; due immediately) 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; interest begins after 10th day. 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 Middlesex County Investors
Only middlesexcountynj.gov carries official sale listings — do not rely on third-party sites.
Conduct a full title search before bidding. All unpaid taxes, assessments, water rents, and liens survive the foreclosure.
Plaintiff must disclose liens and encumbrances immediately prior to the sale.
If you purchase and a bankruptcy is filed after, your deposit will not be returned until a court order is issued.
You may not contact the former owner after the sale. Apply for a Writ of Possession to remove occupants.
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View Middlesex County ListingsFrequently Asked Questions
What deposit is required to bid in Middlesex County?
The deposit requirement is: 20% of bid; cash up to $1,000, or certified/official bank check; due immediately. The remaining balance is due: Within 30 days; interest begins after 10th day. Payment is typically by cashier’s check or money order — confirm accepted payment methods with the county.
Are Middlesex County sheriff sales in person or online?
Middlesex County sheriff sales are conducted in person: Open auction; plaintiff opens at $100; $1,000 increments. 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 Middlesex 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 Middlesex County sheriff sale listings?
SheriffIQ aggregates Middlesex County sheriff sale listings with opening bids, property photos, ARV estimates, and auction dates. You can also check the Middlesex County Sheriff’s Office website directly.
Official Resources
Middlesex County Listings on SheriffIQ
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