• Full names of all purchasers 
• Photo Identification for all purchasers
• Social Security Numbers or Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) for all purchasers
• Cash or check payable to Carver County; Debit and Credit Cards are not accepted
• Payment for purchase price plus the applicable fees

Application for State Deed will be submitted after checks have cleared the bank. Recorded State Deeds will be sent to you in approximately 60-90 days after the sale. 

• All sales are final and no refunds or exchanges are permitted.
• All property is sold "as is".
• We highly recommend that you thoroughly research any tax forfeited property before purchase, including but not limited to existing mortgages and/or liens.
• All sales are subject to existing leases and building restrictions along with easements obtained by any governmental subdivision or agency for public purpose.
• Carver County makes no warranty that the land is build-able.
  • These properties might not conform to local building and zoning ordinance.
  • The buyer should understand that environmental and/or watershed/water conservation issues may affect the property. 
  • Potential purchasers are encouraged to research building codes, zoning laws and other municipal information that affects the property. Reach out to the city where the property is located. Reach out to the Carver County Land Management Department at (952) 361-1820 if it is located in a township. 
• If the property has cancelled special assessment charges, they may be reassessed by the taxing authority.
• The appraised value does not represent a basis for future taxes, nor does the purchase price reflect a taxable market value of the property.
• You may not have clear title of the property after the purchase. Tax forfeiture creates a break in the chain of title/services of an attorney may be necessary to make the title marketable. 

Please contact The Property Tax Department to discuss options.
Phone: (952) 361-1910
Email: custsvc@carvercountymn.gov 

Once the Property has Forfeited:

• The State of Minnesota becomes the owner of the property. 
• Designated Carver County Employees will visit and inspect the property and will take steps to take immediate possession of the property. 

If You are Occupying the Property:

• You cannot continue to occupy the property without the County's permission. 
• An Eviction Action might be filed against you by the County. 
• If renting, the party can no longer rent it out to you. 

If You had an Ownership Interest:

• If you have title rights, you can apply to repurchase a property after it has forfeited.
• Repurchase can be done until the date the property is first listed for sale. 
• All taxes, special assessments and costs assigned to the property must be paid to repurchase it. 
• Repurchase process cannot be done by private parties not listed on the title. 

How to Repurchase:

• Visit or call the Property Tax Department at (952) 361-1910 and request a Repurchase Application. 
• Complete the Repurchase Application
  • Pay in full by cash or check. The repurchase amount calculated will include a non-refundable application fee. 
  • Provide proof of ownership or assigned interest in the property. 
  • Sign documents.

Properties Not Repurchased:

• If tax forfeited properties are not repurchased, they will be put up for sale. 

Excess Funds from Property Sales

When a property is sold and the sale amount exceeds the total owed in taxes and fees, the remaining balance is considered excess funds. These funds may be claimed by eligible parties according to the guidelines below. 

Who Will be Notified

The County will mail an Excess Funds Claims Form to: 

• The former owner of the property
• Any individuals or entities with legal title rights to the property

Review the current list of eligible recipients of Excess Funds.

 How to Claim Excess Funds

To request a portion of the excess proceeds, claimants must:

• Fully complete the Excess Funds Claim Form
• Submit the form to the address listed on the form
• Await approval from the Property Tax Department

Important: After the designated claims period ends, all submitted claims must be reviewed and approved by the Property Tax Department prior to disbursement. 

 Multiple Claims

If more than one claim is submitted for the same property, the distribution of funds may be determined through a civil court proceeding.