Tennessee
Sale typeTax lien certificate
Rate / penalty10% flat
Redemption period1 year
Tennessee's tax sales run through the judicial court system rather than a county auction desk, with a flat 10% rate and a one-year redemption period.
Quick answers
Is Tennessee a tax lien or tax deed state?+
Tennessee is a tax lien certificate state.
What's the interest rate or penalty in Tennessee?+
In Tennessee, the rate is: 10% flat.
How long is the redemption period in Tennessee?+
The redemption period in Tennessee is 1 year.
Not sure how Tennessee's system compares to a state you already know? Read Tax Lien vs. Tax Deed: What's the Difference? for the full breakdown.
This page is general information, not financial or legal advice. Rates and redemption periods are set by state statute and can change by county or legislative session — always confirm against the county's own auction notice before bidding.