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Ohio Tax Sale Laws — Investor Guide
Investors purchase a lien on the property, earning interest until the owner redeems it or the investor forecloses.
Redemption Period
1 year from sale date
Max Interest Rate
18% / year
IRS Lien Survives
Yes — verify before bidding
Foreclosure Required
No
Quiet Title Required
Not typically required
Counties Covered
88 counties
How Tax Sales Work in Ohio
Ohio conducts both tax lien and tax deed sales. 1-year redemption on liens. Foreclosure process can take 12-18 months after redemption period.
Quick Due Diligence Checklist for Ohio
Verify property is still on the auction list within 48 hours of sale (redemptions happen until the last minute)
Check for federal IRS liens — they survive the tax sale in Ohio
Search for HOA liens and municipal code violations — these may survive in some counties
Budget for foreclosure costs — required in Ohio to convert a lien to deed
Budget for quiet title action — required in Ohio before title insurance will issue
Drive the property or use street view to confirm structure exists and is accessible
Verify assessed value vs. back taxes owed — if taxes exceed assessed value, it may be a junk property
Source: Ohio Rev. Code § 5721.19 · Verified: March 2026 · Always verify current laws directly with the Ohio state statutes and your county treasurer. This is not legal or investment advice.
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