Cobb County Delinquent Tax List & Tax Sale Properties
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County release schedules vary. Some counties publish weekly or monthly; others publish quarterly or annually. We update the download after collecting a new official release from County Records. A list can be current for the county's release cycle without changing every day. Verify property and tax details with the county before acting.
What owner data is included?
Each record includes owner name, mailing address, property address, assessed value, years delinquent, tax owed, and property type. Pro subscribers also get numeric scores, skip trace phone numbers, deceased owner flags, heir indicators, and lien/judgment signals.
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Cobb County Overview
- Population
- 770,000+
- County Seat
- Marietta
- Region
- Metro Atlanta
- Major Cities
- Marietta, Smyrna, Kennesaw, Acworth, Powder Springs, Austell
- Average Deal Timeline
- 4-8 months
- Tax Sale Schedule
- First Tuesday of the month (typically held annually)
Why Curative Title Investors Target Cobb County
- Part of the Atlanta metro — 4th-largest county in Georgia
- Home to major employers (Lockheed Martin, WellStar, Home Depot HQ nearby)
- Mix of established neighborhoods with heir property and new development
- Marietta has historic downtown with older properties ripe for curative title
- 20% redemption premium is one of the highest returns in tax sale investing
- I-75 and I-285 corridors create strong rental demand
Common Deal Types in Cobb County
How Tax Delinquent Property Sales Work in Georgia
Georgia is a tax-deed state with a redemption period — sometimes called a "redeemable tax deed" state. When property taxes go unpaid, the county tax commissioner issues a fi.fa. (fieri facias, a writ of execution) and the sheriff sells the property at public auction on the first Tuesday of the month at the county courthouse. The winning bidder receives a tax deed at the sale but does not get clear title until the 12-month redemption period expires and they "bar" the right of redemption through proper statutory notice.
Bidding & Auctions
Tax sales are conducted in person on the courthouse steps between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. The opening bid is the back taxes, penalties, interest, and costs. Bidders should bring cash or certified funds — payment is due immediately. Notice of sale is published in the county legal organ for 4 consecutive weeks before the sale. After winning, the buyer should record the deed promptly and begin the 12-month redemption clock.
Redemption & Penalties
The original owner (or any party with an interest) can redeem within 12 months by paying the buyer the bid amount plus a 20% premium (10% for each additional year if not redeemed). After 12 months, the buyer must serve a "barment" notice on all interested parties giving them 30 days to redeem. If no one redeems after barment, the buyer can file to quiet title and obtain marketable, insurable ownership.
See Official Code of Georgia Annotated (O.C.G.A.) § 48-4.
Cobb County Tax Sale Process
Georgia conducts tax sales on the courthouse steps. Properties with 12+ months of delinquent taxes can be levied and sold. Excess funds go to the owner. Cobb County is one of the largest metro Atlanta counties by tax sale volume.
Redemption Period
12 months from tax sale date
Georgia allows a 12-month redemption period. The owner must pay the purchase price plus a 20% premium (or 10% for properties bought for less than assessed value). After redemption expires, the purchaser can bar the right of redemption.
Strike-Off Properties
Properties that receive no bids may be struck off to the county or taxing authority.
Challenges to Expect
Every county has unique obstacles. Here's what experienced investors encounter in Cobb County:
- Rapid gentrification in south Cobb creating competition
- Redemption period means 12-month wait before clear title
- Georgia quiet title actions can take 6+ months
- Some areas have restrictive covenants that limit use
Frequently Asked Questions
How do tax sales work in Cobb County, Georgia?
Georgia conducts tax sales on the courthouse steps, typically on the first Tuesday of the month. Properties with delinquent taxes are levied and sold to the highest bidder. The previous owner has 12 months to redeem by paying the purchase price plus a 20% premium.
Is Cobb County good for curative title investing?
Yes. Older neighborhoods in Marietta, Austell, and south Cobb have heir property from families who bought in the 1960s-80s. The Atlanta metro growth makes these properties increasingly valuable as neighborhoods gentrify.
What data does LienSuite provide for Cobb County?
LienSuite tracks tax delinquent properties in Cobb County including owner information, tax amounts owed, property values, and heir/deceased indicators. Data is sourced from the Cobb County Tax Commissioner and Board of Assessors.
When are Georgia tax sales held?
Georgia tax sales are held on the first Tuesday of each month at the county courthouse. Not every county holds a sale every month — many hold them quarterly or as needed when delinquent tax executions accumulate.
What is the redemption penalty in Georgia?
The original owner can redeem within 12 months by paying the buyer the bid amount plus a 20% premium. After year one, an additional 10% accrues for each year of delay.
What is a barment notice in Georgia?
After the 12-month redemption period passes, the tax deed buyer must serve a barment notice on the original owner and any lienholders, giving them 30 final days to redeem. If they don't, the right of redemption is permanently extinguished.
Do I own the property after winning a Georgia tax deed sale?
You hold a tax deed but not clear title — you cannot sell, mortgage, or get title insurance until the 12-month redemption period expires and you complete the barment process. Most investors wait the full year before improving or marketing the property.
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