TN Redeemable Tax Deed Jurisdiction

Knox County, Tennessee Tax Delinquent Properties for Sale

Explore over 115 delinquent and foreclosure properties in Knox County

Comprehensive directory for Knox County, Tennessee tax delinquent sales, public deed auctions, and foreclosure records. View official parcel data, opening bids, statutory redemption rules, and GIS portals.

Active Distressed Listings 115 Candidate parcels tracked
Next Scheduled Sale 2023-08-16 Official county auction date
State Redemption Period 1 Year (120 Days for Certain Parcels) Statutory right of redemption

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Parcel Number (APN) Street Address Owner Name Starting Bid Assessed Value Acreage Area County GIS
76-•••••-27 7604 •••••••• Rd So•••••••••• LLC $15,753,152.00 $45,000.00 0.50 ac Knox, TN 🔒 GIS Portal
07-•••••-12 4135 •••••••• Rd Ra•••••••••• LLC $540.00 $45,000.00 0.50 ac Knox, TN 🔒 GIS Portal
04-•••••-35 ••• •••••••• Ave Fr•••••••••• LLC $165,000.00 $45,000.00 0.50 ac Knox, TN 🔒 GIS Portal
04-•••••-37 ••• •••••••• Ave La•••••••••• LLC $86,000.00 $45,000.00 0.50 ac Knox, TN 🔒 GIS Portal
04-•••••-12 ••• •••••••• Ave Jo•••••••••• LLC $48,000.00 $45,000.00 0.50 ac Knox, TN 🔒 GIS Portal
04-•••••-01 ••• •••••••• Ave Sw•••••••••• LLC $8,500.00 $45,000.00 0.50 ac Knox, TN 🔒 GIS Portal
04-•••••-51 ••• •••••••• Ave Ca•••••••••• LLC $40,000.00 $45,000.00 0.50 ac Knox, TN 🔒 GIS Portal
04-•••••-02 ••• •••••••• Ave Jo•••••••••• LLC $9,600.00 $45,000.00 0.50 ac Knox, TN 🔒 GIS Portal
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Section A: Overview of Knox County Tax Sales

In Knox County, Tennessee, real property ad valorem taxes fund local municipal services, public school districts, emergency operations, and county infrastructure. When real estate taxes become delinquent, the Knox County Tax Commissioner or Revenue Collector attaches an official statutory tax lien against the subject parcel.

Tennessee operates under a Chancery Court Tax Sale (Redeemable Deed) statutory model. Under this jurisdiction framework, if delinquent taxes, accrued administrative fees, and penalties remain unpaid following mandatory formal notice periods, the property is scheduled for public execution auction.

Auctions are administered under the direction of the local County Sheriff, Clerk of Court, or Tax Commissioner. Winning bidders acquire legal title or a tax certificate subject to state statutory redemption and title confirmation procedures.

Section B: Tennessee Statutory Framework & Redemption Rules

Real estate tax sale investors in Knox County must comply with the codified laws of Tennessee. Below is an executive summary of the governing legal guidelines and investor protections:

Statutory Redemption Window 1 year from entry of the order confirming the tax sale (Tenn. Code Ann. § 67-5-2701); reduced to 120 days under certain municipal conditions
Annual Penalty / Interest Rate 12% statutory annual interest on the total purchase price paid by the bidder plus paid taxes
Overbid / Excess Funds Procedure Excess proceeds (overage) from Chancery Court tax auctions are held by the Clerk & Master. Former owners and junior creditors have up to 3 years to claim excess funds under TCA § 67-5-2503.
Auction Bidding Format Chancery Court Clerk & Master conducts public auctions on courthouse steps or online under judicial decrees.

Section C: Step-by-Step Bidding Guide for Knox County

1

Research Parcels & GIS Portal

Cross-reference the Knox County tax delinquent list against the official County GIS mapping portal. Verify parcel boundaries, road access, environmental topography, and current zoning ordinances.

2

Verify Liens & Clear Title

Conduct a title examination in the Knox County deed room. Check for senior municipal assessments, IRS federal tax liens, code enforcement charges, and active bankruptcy stays that may survive the sale.

3

Register with the County / Sheriff

Complete required bidder pre-registration with the Knox County Tax Commissioner or designated auction contractor. Prepare certified funds (cashier's check or verified bank wire) matching statutory deposit rules.

4

Participate in the Auction

Attend the live courthouse steps sale or submit proxy/online bids. If victorious, settle payment immediately with certified funds and record the official Certificate of Sale or Tax Deed with the Knox County Clerk of Superior Court.

Section D: Knox County Tax Sale FAQ

The next scheduled delinquent property auction in Knox County is 2023-08-16. Auctio ns are conducted under Tennessee statutory guidelines (Tennessee Code Annotated Title 67, Chapter 5, Part 25 & 27) by the local County Tax Collector or Sheriff.
In Tennessee, tax sales operate under a Redeemable Tax Deed framework. The statutory redemption window is 1 year from entry of the order confirming the tax sale (Tenn. Code Ann. § 67-5-2701); reduced to 120 days under certain municipal conditions, subject to 12% statutory annual interest on the total purchase price paid by the bidder plus paid taxes.
Chancery Court Clerk & Master conducts public auctions on courthouse steps or online under judicial decrees. In Knox County, bidders should verify local registration requirements, required deposit funds (certified cashier's check or wire transfer), and bidding platforms at least 14 days prior to sale.
You can verify current delinquent ad valorem balances and parcel boundaries directly through the official Knox County GIS portal or by contacting the county tax office at (865) 215-2534. DP Listings Pro provides direct parcel mapping and coordinates for active listings.

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