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What Are "Lands Available"?

After a tax deed auction, properties that receive no bids become "lands available" or "unsold lands." They revert to the county or are held for over-the-counter sale. This is a hidden inventory of deals.

Where to Find Them

1. County Tax Collector Websites

Many Florida counties publish lists of unsold properties. Look for sections labeled:

"Unsold Lands"
"Lands Available for Purchase"
"Properties Not Sold at Auction"

Examples:

Lee County: LeeTaxCollector.com → "Tax Deeds" → "Unsold Lands"
Charlotte County: CharlotteCountyFL.gov → Tax Collector → "Tax Deed Sales"
Miami-Dade: Miami-Dade Clerk's site often has auction results including unsold.

2. Direct Contact

Call the county's tax deed department and ask:

"Do you maintain a list of unsold tax deed properties?"
"How can I purchase lands available?"
"What is the procedure and pricing?"

3. Auction Platform Archives

Most online auction platforms archive past auctions. Search "past auctions" or "unsold" on sites like:

How to Buy Lands Available

County Policy	Typical Process
Fixed Price	You pay the opening bid amount (taxes + fees) plus any accrued costs. Sometimes you must also pay documentary stamps and recording.
Negotiated	Some counties allow you to make an offer, especially if the property has been unsold for a while.
Re-auction	The property may be rescheduled for a future auction; you'll need to bid again.

Step-by-Step Process

Get the list of unsold properties.
Run due diligence (see our Risk Mitigation Guide) on the ones that interest you.
Contact the tax collector's office and express interest.
Complete their required forms (often a simple purchase application).
Pay the required amount (usually within a few days).
Receive a tax deed or certificate of title from the clerk.

How to Find & Buy "Lands Available" in Florida