Sheriff Sale Listings in Essex County, NJ
177 active listings tracked right now, scored on real equity, timing, and risk signals — not just a raw feed of the county's own list. Average opening bid: $495,712.
184 GARNER AVENUE, BLOOMFIELD, NJ
Sale date: Aug 4, 2026 · Opening bid: $123,295 · Opportunity score: 82
31 GRACEL STREET, BLOOMFIELD, NJ
Sale date: Aug 4, 2026 · Opening bid: $128,882 · Opportunity score: 79
248 WILLIAM STREET, EAST ORANGE, NJ
Sale date: Aug 18, 2026 · Opening bid: $45,305 · Opportunity score: 79
11 CRESTWOOD AVENUE, FAIRFIELD, NJ
Sale date: Sep 15, 2026 · Opening bid: $33,785 · Opportunity score: 78
446 S CLINTON ST, EAST ORANGE, NJ
Sale date: Sep 15, 2026 · Opening bid: $28,018 · Opportunity score: 77
How to bid in NJ (In-person sheriff sale)
Held at the county sheriff's office/courthouse. Arrive early with valid ID.
Deposit: 20% of the winning bid in cash or certified/cashier's check (as low as 3.5% of the upset price for an eligible purchaser -- foreclosed owner, next of kin, tenant, nonprofit CDC, or an owner-occupant committing to live there 84+ months).
Balance due: ~30 days (90 business days for eligible purchasers).
Source: N.J. Court Rule 4:65-2; N.J.S.A. 2A:50-64. Confirm current details with the sheriff/trustee/clerk.
Official source: Essex County NJ Sheriff Sales (civilview.com)