Coos County Land Agent

The Land Agent duties are administered through the Coos County Community Development Department and are assigned to the Compliance and Land Specialist position. The Land Agent is responsible for managing matters related to tax foreclosures, County-owned non-forestland properties, mineral rights, and property leases. In carrying out these responsibilities, the Land Agent works closely with the Coos County Tax Department throughout the tax foreclosure process to ensure compliance with applicable County policies and Oregon Revised Statutes.

If Your Property Is in Foreclosure

If your property is in the foreclosure process and has not yet been deeded to the County, you may still be able to redeem the property by paying the past-due taxes.

Contact the Coos County Tax Department: 541-396-7725

They can tell you the amount owed and your remaining time to redeem. Tax amounts change daily.

Once a property is deeded to the County, it is no longer redeemable. Deed Day typically occurs in September (auction dates varies annually).

What Happens After a Property Is Deeded to the County

After a property is deeded:

• The Land Agent will notify occupants and post notice on the property.
• A Notice to Vacate will be issued to allow time to remove personal belongings.
• The County makes reasonable efforts to provide time for occupants to relocate and remove belongings.
• If occupants do not vacate, law enforcement may assist with removal.
• Remaining personal property will be removed and disposed of.
• Some structures may be demolished if unsafe or uninhabitable.
• Once cleared, the property may be offered for sale at a County Land Sale Auction.

About the Tax Foreclosure Process

• The tax foreclosure process typically takes six years.
• After four years of unpaid taxes, foreclosure begins.
• Property owners then have two additional years to redeem by paying the taxes owed.

Tax foreclosure occurs due to unpaid property taxes only.

If you are unsure whether your property is in foreclosure or how much time remains, contact the Tax Department at 541-396-7725.

Important Information

• The Land Agent does not accept tax payments.
• The County does not rent foreclosed properties.
• Copies of foreclosure notices and certified letters are available from the Tax Department.
• Personal belongings should be removed promptly once the County takes possession.

Contact

For general questions about foreclosed or County-owned properties:
📧 landagent@co.coos.or.us

We are happy to answer questions and help direct you to the appropriate department.

Other auctions of various properties and reasons take place throughout the year, the Sheriff's office holds these auctions on the Courthouse steps see Auction and Sale Information.

Directions

60 E. Second Street, Coquille, OR 97423