Seized Property Price Guide
What seized property actually sell for at government surplus auctions.
Average Price
$580
Median Price
$86
Price Range
$1 – $175,020
Items Sold
4,451
Average Price by Source
Which auction sites have the cheapest seized property?
| Source | Avg Price | Sold |
|---|---|---|
| HiBid | $215 | 1,138 |
| PropertyRoom | $445 | 2,952 |
| Municibid | $2,460 | 115 |
| PublicSurplus | $3,014 | 246 |
Average Price by State
Where are seized property cheapest?
| State | Avg Price | Sold |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | $3 | 1 |
| South Dakota | $10 | 1 |
| Wisconsin | $22 | 19 |
| Michigan | $26 | 35 |
| Georgia | $29 | 4 |
| Alabama | $40 | 25 |
| New Mexico | $42 | 10 |
| Missouri | $47 | 6 |
| North Carolina | $66 | 80 |
| Louisiana | $75 | 28 |
| Tennessee | $80 | 4 |
| North Dakota | $84 | 39 |
| Kansas | $109 | 6 |
| Texas | $117 | 251 |
| Nevada | $117 | 7 |
| Colorado | $139 | 71 |
| Arizona | $140 | 197 |
| South Carolina | $150 | 149 |
| California | $170 | 854 |
| Washington | $185 | 231 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do seized property sell for at government auctions?
Based on 4,451 completed sales tracked by BidProwl, seized property typically sell for a median of $86, with prices ranging from $1 to $175,020.
What is the cheapest source for seized property at government auctions?
Among sources with enough sales to compare, HiBid has the lowest average sold price for seized property at $215.
Are seized property at government auctions a good deal?
Government surplus seized property often sell below retail because agencies must clear inventory. Compare the current bid against the $86 median sold price before bidding, and factor in the buyer's premium and pickup costs.