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New Jersey Government & State Surplus Auctions (2026)

2,211 active government auctions in New Jersey right now, listed by 146 named NJ sellers across 13 official platforms. Most of it sits in Branchville and Newark (189 NJ cities have lots open). The heaviest category is real estate, at 1,404 lots.

Government surplus in New Jersey carries a median winning bid of $875 (typical range $334–$2,857), from 3,634 completed sales, per the GovAuctions.app Surplus Price Index.

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Who's Selling in New Jersey Right Now

The 2,211 active New Jersey lots come from 146 named sellers - counties, cities, school districts, universities, state agencies and federal sellers. The busiest right now:

  • Camden County Sheriff's Office - 189 active listings
  • Essex County Sheriff's Office - 168 active listings
  • Middlesex County Sheriff's Office - 137 active listings
  • Passaic County Sheriff's Office - 116 active listings
  • National Grid - 102 active listings
  • Monmouth County Sheriff's Office - 97 active listings
  • Gloucester County Sheriff's Office - 90 active listings
  • Union County Sheriff's Office - 88 active listings

Seller names come from the source platform and change as lots sell, so this list moves week to week.

Whether you're searching for New Jersey gov auctions, State of New Jersey surplus, New Jersey state auctions, or government auto auctions in New Jersey, this page pulls listings from federal GSA, HUD foreclosures, GovDeals, Public Surplus, and NJ state and local agencies into one feed. Every lot is sold directly by the government agency that owns it - you bid on the original platform. Searching outside New Jersey? Browse government auctions nationwide.Last updated: 2026-10-05

Auctions Near You in New Jersey

Most surplus is collected in person, so distance usually decides which lots are worth bidding on - a Branchville lot and a Woolwich Township lot are the same search but not the same drive. This page sorts by how far the pickup location is from you:

Where New Jersey Auctions Come From

Government surplus in New Jersey is sold across several official platforms. Here's the current breakdown of active listings:

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find government surplus auctions in New Jersey?
Government surplus auctions in New Jersey are listed on GSA Auctions (federal surplus), HUD HomeStore (foreclosed properties), GovDeals, Public Surplus, and the State of New Jersey's own surplus platform. Right now the 2,211 open New Jersey lots come from CivilView (1354), GovDeals (483), J.J. Kane Auctioneers (207), Municibid (50), and 9 other official platforms. GovAuctions aggregates them into one free, searchable feed, and you bid on the original platform.
What can I buy at government auctions in New Jersey?
Government auctions in New Jersey offer vehicles, heavy equipment, electronics, office furniture, tools, real estate, and seized property from federal, state, and local agencies in NJ. The open New Jersey lots break down as real estate (1404), vehicles (446), other (85), electronics (80), equipment (64). Items are sold directly by government agencies with no middleman fees.
Which cities in New Jersey have the most government auctions?
Surplus is collected in person, so the pickup city usually decides whether a lot is worth bidding on. The busiest New Jersey pickup locations right now are Branchville (207), Newark (92), Jersey City (70), Edison (56), Plainfield (49), with lots open in 184 more NJ cities. Counts move as lots sell and agencies post new rounds.
Are government auctions in New Jersey legit?
Yes - every listing on this page links directly to an official government auction platform (GSA, HUD, GovDeals, Public Surplus). There are no bid packs, credits, or "pay to access" schemes. GovAuctions is a free search layer on top of these official platforms; you bid on the original site.
Are government auctions in New Jersey open to the public?
Yes. Government surplus auctions in New Jersey are open to the public. Anyone can register and bid on items through official platforms like GSA Auctions. No special license is required.