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Overview
Westmoreland County (Greensburg) holds in-person sheriff sales at the Courthouse approximately six times per year at 9:00 AM. A 10% deposit is due at the time of sale, with the balance due within 10 days. If a property was previously postponed, the full bid amount is due at the time of sale.
Quick Reference
How to Bid at a Westmoreland County Sheriff Sale
Follow these steps to participate in an upcoming Westmoreland County auction:
Find upcoming listings
Browse Westmoreland 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 Westmoreland 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 Westmoreland 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 ($2,500 per filing) 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 10 days (full amount if previously continued). 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. There is no redemption period.
Key Notes for Westmoreland County Investors
If a property was previously continued to the current sale date, the FULL bid amount is due at the time of sale.
If the plaintiff is the winning bidder, they must pay within 10 days or the writ is returned unsold.
Buyers must record their own deeds and pay recording fees; transfer tax is handled from sale proceeds.
The Sheriff does not guarantee the property; conduct a title search for any liens or encumbrances.
The property may not even be owned by the defendant; always conduct thorough due diligence.
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View Westmoreland County ListingsFrequently Asked Questions
What deposit is required to bid in Westmoreland County?
The deposit requirement is: $2,500 per filing. The remaining balance is due: Within 10 days (full amount if previously continued). Payment is typically by cashier’s check or money order — confirm accepted payment methods with the county.
Are Westmoreland County sheriff sales in person or online?
Westmoreland County sheriff sales are conducted in person: In-person at Courthouse, Greensburg. 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 Pennsylvania?
No. Pennsylvania has no post-sale redemption period for standard mortgage foreclosures. Once you pay in full and the deed is recorded, the property is yours. Philadelphia tax sales are the exception (9-month redemption).
What liens survive a Westmoreland 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 Westmoreland County sheriff sale listings?
SheriffIQ aggregates Westmoreland County sheriff sale listings with opening bids, property photos, ARV estimates, and auction dates. You can also check the Westmoreland County Sheriff’s Office website directly.
Official Resources
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