Duval County Tax Deed Auctions (2026)

Market Overview

Duval Tax Deed Market

Duval County covers all of Jacksonville — Florida's largest city by land area — and runs a very active tax deed market. The city's Northside, Westside, and Arlington areas see frequent auction listings of residential homes at accessible price points, while Downtown-adjacent neighborhoods and the Riverside/Avondale corridor attract higher bids. Jacksonville's low cost of living compared to South Florida has fueled population growth and strong rental demand, making well-researched tax deed acquisitions here a practical path to long-term rental income.

Market Profile

Auction Frequency

Weekly (Tuesdays)

Competition

Moderate

Typical Price Range

$5K–$500K

Property Types

Residential, Commercial, Land

Live Listings

Active Duval County Auctions

3412 ROCKWOOD DR, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32254

JACKSONVILLE

$5,840.25 August 12, 2026

residentialZone X

938 W 25TH ST, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32209

JACKSONVILLE

$4,765.28 August 12, 2026

residentialZone X

1642 W 34TH ST, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32209

JACKSONVILLE

$4,782.56 August 12, 2026

residentialZone X

1706 W 33RD ST, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32209

JACKSONVILLE

$4,179.23 August 12, 2026

residentialZone X

BAYMEADOWS RD, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32256

JACKSONVILLE

$7,060.92 August 12, 2026

landZone X

2323 W 10TH ST, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32209

JACKSONVILLE

$5,624.3 August 12, 2026

residentialZone X

3159 19TH ST, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32254

JACKSONVILLE

$8,744.29 August 12, 2026

commercialZone X

10328 ELMHURST DR, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32218

JACKSONVILLE

$8,618.3 August 12, 2026

residentialZone X

5242 DODGE RD, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32209

JACKSONVILLE

$5,493.14 August 12, 2026

residentialZone X

1217 W 25TH ST, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32209

JACKSONVILLE

$4,212.58 August 12, 2026

residentialZone X

1202 LE BRUN DR, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32205

JACKSONVILLE

$126,517.98 August 12, 2026

residentialZone X

8023 SMART AVE, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32219

JACKSONVILLE

$7,692 August 12, 2026

residentialZone X

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Investor Tips

Duval County — What to Know

Duval County code enforcement runs a public online portal — search by address before bidding on any improved property to check for open violation notices.
Jacksonville Northside and Westside properties have lower opening bids but also lower ARVs — run accurate rental comps rather than using sale comps when evaluating buy-and-hold opportunities.
Riverside, San Marco, and Springfield neighborhoods have seen strong gentrification — properties there at auction attract serious competition. Target historically overlooked zip codes (32208, 32218, 32234) for better margins.

Frequently Asked Questions

Duval County Tax Deed FAQs

When does Duval County hold tax deed auctions?

Duval County holds tax deed auctions weekly on Tuesdays through RealTaxDeed.com, starting at 9 AM Eastern. All bidders must register and post a deposit before the auction opens.

Is Jacksonville a good market for tax deed investing?

Yes. Jacksonville is one of Florida's largest cities and has a diverse tax deed market with properties across many price points. Its growing population, large military presence, and affordable cost of living create strong rental demand. Competition varies significantly by neighborhood.

What are the best Jacksonville neighborhoods for tax deed investing?

Neighborhoods with the best balance of price and demand include Westside areas near NAS Jacksonville (strong military rental demand), Arlington (growing suburban market east of downtown), and the Northside (affordable pricing, improving infrastructure). Riverside and Avondale are higher-value but face more competition at auction.