Lake County, IL sheriff sales
Weekly snapshot of posted foreclosure notices in Lake County, Illinois. Updated October 26, 2026.
Notices by sale month
| Month | Notices |
|---|---|
| October 2026 | 6 |
| November 2026 | 29 |
| December 2026 | 24 |
| January 2027 | 25 |
| February 2027 | 1 |
Top cities
| City | Notices |
|---|---|
| Waukegan | 12 |
| Vernon Hills | 6 |
| Wauconda | 6 |
| Zion | 5 |
| Grayslake | 4 |
Sale type
| Type | Notices |
|---|---|
| Sheriff sale | 85 |
How sheriff sales work in Lake County
Illinois foreclosures go through circuit court. After the judgment and the statutory redemption period, the Lake County Sheriff sells the property at public auction. Sales are often continued, so many dates move.
The winning bidder usually pays 10% at the sale and the balance within 24 hours. The court then confirms the sale before a deed is issued.
Our Illinois data comes from the sheriff's published sale list. Listings change often; more coming.
This is general information, not legal, financial or investment advice. Talk to an Illinois real-estate attorney before you bid.
Lake County sheriff sale snapshot
This week's Lake County data has 85 active listings. Waukegan accounts for 12 of them, and 35 are set for sale within 30 days.
Lake County sheriff sale FAQ
When is the next sheriff sale in Lake County, Illinois?
The next scheduled sale date in our data is October 27, 2026. Illinois sales are often continued or cancelled, so check the sheriff's list right before the sale.
How does an Illinois foreclosure reach a sheriff sale?
Illinois foreclosures are judicial. The lender files in circuit court, gets a judgment of foreclosure, and after the reinstatement and redemption periods end the sale is held by the sheriff or another selling officer the court names.
Is the sale final when the auction ends?
No. The court must confirm the sale before the buyer gets a deed (735 ILCS 5/15-1508). Buyers usually pay 10% at the sale and the balance within 24 hours; check the county's sale rules.
How many sales are listed in Lake County right now?
As of October 26, 2026 there are 85 active sheriff sale listings with an upcoming sale date. Waukegan has the most (12).
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