Tax Sale Alberta 2025

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Tax Sales in Alberta: Complete Guide

Alberta's Municipal Government Act governs tax sale procedures across the province. When property owners fail to pay property taxes, municipalities can sell properties at public auction to recover the debt.

How Alberta Tax Sales Work

  • Properties become eligible after 3 years of unpaid taxes
  • Municipalities must advertise sales in local newspapers
  • Auctions can be in-person or online
  • 1-year redemption period for original owners
  • Minimum bid is typically the tax arrears plus costs

Major Alberta Municipalities with Tax Sales

Calgary Tax Sales

Alberta's largest city conducts regular tax sales throughout the year.

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Edmonton Tax Sales

Provincial capital with frequent tax sale opportunities.

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Red Deer Tax Sales

Central Alberta's major city with regular tax sales.

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Lethbridge Tax Sales

Southern Alberta city with investment opportunities.

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Alberta Tax Sale Process

  1. Tax Arrears Accumulate: Property taxes remain unpaid for 3 consecutive years
  2. Notice Period: Municipality sends notices to property owner and registers property for sale
  3. Advertisement: Sale advertised in local newspapers and municipal websites
  4. Auction: Property sold at public auction (in-person or online)
  5. Redemption Period: 1-year period where original owner can reclaim property
  6. Title Transfer: After redemption period, successful bidder receives clear title
Important Considerations
  • Properties sold "as-is" with no warranties
  • Limited or no inspection opportunities
  • Potential environmental liabilities
  • May have liens or encumbrances
  • Professional due diligence strongly recommended

Why Invest in Alberta Tax Sales?

Below Market Value

Properties often sell for less than market value, providing investment opportunities.

Strong Economy

Alberta's robust economy supports property value growth.

Diverse Properties

Residential, commercial, and land opportunities available.

Transparent Process

Clear legal framework governed by provincial legislation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Use Tax Sale Compass to search all Alberta municipalities. We aggregate listings from Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, and 50+ other municipalities in one searchable database.

The minimum bid is typically the total tax arrears plus administrative costs and legal fees. This can range from a few thousand to hundreds of thousands of dollars depending on the property.

This varies by municipality. Some allow exterior viewing only, while others may arrange interior inspections. Always check with the specific municipality conducting the sale.

After winning the auction, there's a 1-year redemption period where the original owner can reclaim the property by paying all arrears, costs, and your bid amount plus interest. You don't get full title until this period expires.
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