Tax Lien Statute: Md. Code, Tax-Prop. § 14-808 Over-The-Counter Assignment of County Certificates Available

Maryland Tax Sale Auctions & OTC Lands

Maryland counties hold high-volume online tax sales in May/June. Rates vary by county (Baltimore City 12%, Prince George's 20%). Unsold liens available OTC. Explore all 24 counties below for auction schedules, online bidding portals, and over-the-counter purchases.

State Legal Rules
Statutory Return: 6% to 20% Annual Interest (Set by each County)
Redemption: 6 Months to 2 Years before Foreclosure
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All 24 Counties in Maryland

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Montgomery County Pop: 1.058.474
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Official: Montgomery County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Prince George's County Pop: 947.430
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Official: Prince George's County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Baltimore County Pop: 844.703
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Official: Baltimore County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Anne Arundel County Pop: 594.582
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Official: Anne Arundel County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Baltimore city Pop: 565.239
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Official: Baltimore city County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Howard County Pop: 336.001
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Official: Howard County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Frederick County Pop: 293.391
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Official: Frederick County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Harford County Pop: 264.644
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Official: Harford County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Carroll County Pop: 176.639
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Official: Carroll County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Charles County Pop: 171.973
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Official: Charles County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Washington County Pop: 155.813
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Official: Washington County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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St. Mary's County Pop: 115.281
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Official: St. Mary's County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Cecil County Pop: 105.672
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Official: Cecil County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Wicomico County Pop: 104.800
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Official: Wicomico County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Calvert County Pop: 94.728
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Official: Calvert County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Allegany County Pop: 67.273
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Official: Allegany County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Worcester County Pop: 54.171
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Official: Worcester County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Queen Anne's County Pop: 52.508
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Official: Queen Anne's County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Talbot County Pop: 37.823
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Official: Talbot County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Caroline County Pop: 33.593
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Official: Caroline County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Dorchester County Pop: 32.879
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Official: Dorchester County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Garrett County Pop: 28.423
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Official: Garrett County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Somerset County Pop: 24.910
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Official: Somerset County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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Kent County Pop: 19.303
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Official: Kent County Finance Office / Tax Collector
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How Tax Sales Operate in Maryland

Under Md. Code, Tax-Prop. § 14-808, delinquent property taxes follow a precise statutory timeline. Understanding the difference between bidding on Tax Lien and purchasing over-the-counter is essential for investors.

Bidding & Auction Process

Auctions are conducted online via RealAuction / Bid4Assets or in person by the County Finance Office / Tax Collector. Winning bidders are required to tender payment via wire transfer, certified check, or ACH within statutory deadlines.

Over-The-Counter Lands (Over-The-Counter Assignment of County Certificates)

In Maryland, unsold properties or tax lien certificates become available as Over-The-Counter Assignment of County Certificates. Buyers can purchase these parcels directly over-the-counter without attending an open outcry auction.

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