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Deadline to Enter a Payment Plan is March 31, 2025!
Call us today at 313-224-5990, make an appointment to visit our office, or enter into a payment plan online. Don't wait until it's too late-take action now to avoid foreclosure.

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Pre 2020 Auction Proceeds Claims

If your property was foreclosed and sold in an auction before December 22, 2020, you may be eligible to claim remaining proceeds from the sale. This includes all persons with an interest in the property (e.g. mortgage and lien holders). The first step to claim the remaining proceeds is filing the Notice of Intent to Claim form with our office. Click on the link below to access the form and follow the directions on the form.

Click here for the Notice of Intent Form: Notice of Intent Form
Your completed form must be delivered in person or by certified mail, return receipt requested to:
Wayne County Treasurer's Office
400 Monroe, Suite 500
Detroit, MI 48226
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IN PERSON APPOINTMENTS


The Wayne County Treasurer's Office is committed to excellent customer service. We are here to serve taxpayers with respect, efficiency, and professionalism. We want you to have a positive experience as you conduct your business with the Wayne County Treasurer's Office.

ERIC R. SABREE
Wayne County Treasurer

  • "Pay As You Stay" transactions

  • Payment Plans

  • Deed Certifications

  • Required in person cash transactions*

The last appointment is at 4:15 PM. No walk in inquiries or payments will be accepted after 4:15 PM. Taxpayers not requiring assistance are encouraged to make payments online, via mobile app, by phone or at a kiosk.

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PROBATE ASSISTANCE

If you are facing foreclosure and need assistance in starting a Wayne County Probate Court Case because a property is in the name of a deceased family member, please contact one of the following community partners for assistance:

Michigan Legal Services: 313-964-4130

Lakeshore Legal Aid: 888-783-8190 or visit Lakeshorelegalaid.org

Michigan Legal Aid: michiganlegalhelp.org


United Community Housing Coalition: 313-725-4560 or visit UCHCDetroit.org

You can also contact the Wayne County Probate Court by calling 313-224-5706

The Wayne County Treasurer, under the authority of the State of Michigan, participates in the Delinquent Tax Revolving Fund Program, which is an alternate method of collecting delinquent property taxes. All communities and school districts participate under the Delinquent Tax Revolving Fund program. Under the Michigan Public Act 246 of 2003, the City of Detroit began participating with tax year 2003. The program has proven beneficial to all participants.

News & Resources

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Treasurer Eric Sabree Celebrates Tony Cavalli's Retirement After 44 Years of Service to Wayne County
Treasurer Eric Sabree Celebrates Tony Cavalli's Retirement After 44 Years of Service to Wayne County
Posted Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Wayne County Treasurer Eric R. Sabree honored Tony Cavalli for his 44 years of service in Wayne County, including 42 in the Treasurer's Office.
Treasurer Sabree Discusses Payment Assistance and More on The Talk Beat Jones Show
Treasurer Sabree Discusses Payment Assistance and More on The Talk Beat Jones Show
Posted Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Treasurer Eric Sabree joined Billy Jones on Talk Beat Jones to discuss payment and probate assistance, plus more for Wayne County taxpayers.
Treasurer Eric R. Sabree Announces Lowest Number of Foreclosure Since 2003
Treasurer Eric R. Sabree Announces Lowest Number of Foreclosure Since 2003
Posted Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2025
On January 28th, Wayne County Treasurer Eric R. Sabree announced that foreclosures in Wayne County have hit a record low--the lowest since 2003.