Starting September 23, Cochise County is setting the stage for potential property buyers with its Tax Deed Land Sale, offering various parcels of land to the highest bidders. The auction, conducted online, will conclude on October 4, according to an announcement on the county's official website. Interested participants can preview the auction as early as today by visiting www.publicsurplus.com.
All properties listed for auction are being sold "as-is," with the buyer responsible for confirming zoning compliance and property conditions. Cochise County has made it clear that there will be neither warranties nor representations pertaining to utilities, access, or zoning, and it's up to the bidder to do their due diligence. A $25 administrative fee will also be applied to each sale, covering the costs of deed processing and recording.
Notably, the Miracle Valley Bible College property enters the auction block with a minimum bid of $150,000. Potential buyers targeting this lot will need to secure their intent with a sizable $50,000 deposit via wire transfer. Full details and conditions of the property and the auction's processes are available on the aforementioned auction site.
The Board of Supervisors, overseeing the sale, holds the authority to accept or deny any bids and withdraw properties if found necessary for the public good. Purchasers won't inherit back taxes, but will become responsible for subsequent taxes post the auction. Successful bidders can expect their deeds to be recorded within 60 days after the sale concludes. Queries about the auction process can be directed to the Board of Supervisors office at 520-432-9200. However, staffers will not address specific questions concerning the properties up for grabs, as detailed by the county's official website.
