STATE OF MINNESOTA TAX FORFEITED PROPERTY, MANANGED BY ITASCA COUNTY

PLEASE BE ADVISED, A REFUNDABLE $500 BID DEPOSIT, VIA A WIRE TRANSFER, IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO BID ON THIS AUCTION. YOU WILL NEED TO SEND THIS DEPOSIT TO PUBLIC SURPLUS BY THE END OF THE DAY, FRIDAY, JANUARY 9, 2026, TO PARTICIPATE IN THE AUCTION. PLEASE SEE THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR INFORMATION ON HOW TO PROCESS THIS WIRE.

DISCLAIMER: PAYMAC/PUBLIC SURPLUS WILL COLLECT THE BID DEPOSIT FOR ITASCA COUNTY; HOWEVER, ITASCA COUNTY WILL COLLECT THE FINAL PAYMENT OF YOUR AWARDED AUCTION(S). THE INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO PAY FOR YOUR AWARDED AUCTION(S) WILL BE SENT TO YOUR EMAIL AFTER THE AUCTION ENDS.

This property is being sold “AS IS”. It is the bidder’s responsibility to research the site, documents, and permitted uses and zoning regulations, prior to bidding. The failure or omission of any bidder to inspect the site or examine any form, instrument or document shall in no way relieve any bidder from any obligation in respect to their bid.

Remember: Your bid is the same as a contract. Please only bid on property you are serious about buying. A winning bid constitutes a legally binding contract. Itasca County reserves the right to block/ban bidders who refuse to pay for land purchased.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Location:  34522 Clearwater Rd, Grand Rapids, Mn 55744

• Tract #:  12
• Parcel:  65-024-3047
• Acreage: 2.64
• Sec: 24-057-26
• City/Township: Unor 57-26
• Legal: E 200’ OF SESW LYG N OF SAR 60

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Comments: This parcel is approximately 2.64 acres located in Unorg Township 57-26. Contact Itasca County Environmental Services for permitted uses and zoning questions. Check with Itasca County for more information on certified, pending or future assessments that may be reinstated. WELL FEE $54.

ITASCA COUNTY MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES WITH RESPECT TO ACCESS TO TAX FORFEITED LANDS SOLD. SUBJECT TO ALL EXISTING EASEMENTS OF RECORD AND RIGHTS OF WAY.

PAYMENT:  At the time of this auction’s closing, each bidder will be presumed to have inspected the site and to have read and to be thoroughly familiar with any and all plans, contract documents (including any addenda), and documents attached to this auction listing.

COSTS SUBJECT TO BID UP:  The following fees will not be visible during the bidding process, however, will be added to the total bid price:

• State Assurance Fee of 3%
• Deed Tax of 0.33%

Please note: Itasca County does not charge sales tax on tax forfeited land sales.

CLOSING COSTS: The following fees are not subject to bid up, but may be included, at time of final payment:

• Certified Assessments
• Deed Fee: $25.00
• Recording fee: $46.00 Abstract or $106.00 Torrens
• Well Fee: $54.00, if applicable

**Do not pay from the Public Surplus winning notification, please wait for Itasca County Land Department to calculate the final amount, after you submit your Buyers Registration form.

Payment must be paid in full by Cashier’s or Certified check made payable to:  Itasca County.  If there are multiple parcels within the Tract, each parcel will need a separate check.

When the auction closes, Itasca County will send the winning bidder an email to begin processing the transaction. Your prompt response is appreciated to complete the transaction in a timely manner to avoid having your bid considered null and void. Failure to make payment within thirty (30) days may result in the property going to the next highest bidder. We reserve the right to block/ban bidders who refuse to pay for land purchased.

***If you are interested in purchasing tax forfeited property on public auction, you must pay any/all of your delinquent taxes with Itasca County, prior to purchasing or bidding.

Itasca County does not warrant the condition of title or provide a survey of the property. Transfer of property title shall be in the form of a State Deed, as prescribed by law, to the highest bidder.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST:  Itasca County officials/employees are prohibited from using privileged government data obtained through their position to further their own private interests.