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Overview
Union County holds sheriff’s sales at the Warinanco Ice Skating Center, 1 Park Drive, Roselle, NJ 07203. Through April 2026, sales are every Wednesday at 2:00 PM. Beginning May 6, 2026, sales move to every other Wednesday. Bidders must arrive by 1:00 PM to check in — no check-in accepted once sales begin. Cash deposit is limited to $500; all remaining deposit funds must be in certified funds.
Quick Reference
How to Bid at a Union County Sheriff Sale
Follow these steps to participate in an upcoming Union County auction:
Find upcoming listings
Browse Union 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 Union 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 Union 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 limited to $500 max; remainder in certified funds; 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 of sale; parties with deeds beyond 30 days may not be eligible to bid. 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 Union County Investors
Union County changed from weekly to bi-weekly sales effective May 6, 2026 — verify the schedule at ucnj.org/sheriff.
Cash deposit is strictly limited to $500 maximum; bring certified funds for the remainder.
Adjournments are not accepted between 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM on Wednesdays (sale day).
CWPP documents must be emailed to [email protected] or delivered at least one day before sale; only defendants, next-of-kin, and tenants eligible.
Parties whose deed closing exceeds 30 days may not be eligible to bid — Union County enforces this.
Always call 908-527-4478 late morning on sale day to confirm sales are proceeding.
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View Union County ListingsFrequently Asked Questions
What deposit is required to bid in Union County?
The deposit requirement is: 20% of bid; cash limited to $500 max; remainder in certified funds; due immediately. The remaining balance is due: Within 30 days of sale; parties with deeds beyond 30 days may not be eligible to bid. Payment is typically by cashier’s check or money order — confirm accepted payment methods with the county.
Are Union County sheriff sales in person or online?
Union County sheriff sales are conducted in person: Open-type auction; plaintiff opens at $1,000; all bids in $1,000 multiples. 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 Union 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 Union County sheriff sale listings?
SheriffIQ aggregates Union County sheriff sale listings with opening bids, property photos, ARV estimates, and auction dates. You can also check the Union County Sheriff’s Office website directly.
Official Resources
Union County Listings on SheriffIQ
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