How sheriff sales work in Allegheny County
What a writ, posting, and auction day actually look like — and why cash buyers show up prepared.
DealMate
September 18, 2026 · 1 min read
What a sheriff sale is
A sheriff sale is a public auction of property used to satisfy a court judgment.
- Bids are usually cash or cashier's check
- Title can be messy
- DealMate can walk the numbers first
| Step | What happens |
|---|---|
| 1 | Writ is issued |
| 2 | Sale is posted |
| 3 | Auction day |