Wisconsin Government & State Surplus Auctions (2026)
185 active government auctions in Wisconsin right now, listed by 43 named WI sellers across 7 official platforms. Most of it sits in Glendale and Appleton (19 WI cities have lots open).
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Clark CGP-30 Forklift
Cassville, WI · 6 bids
4,500 lb cap
2017 Freightliner 108SD
Waukesha, WI · 4 bids
6,000 mi
2008 Vogele Vision 5203-2 Paver
Raymond, WI · 3 bids
Diesel
Smith & Wesson Bicycle
TOMAH, WI · 4 bids
Terex CR-351 Paver
Raymond, WI · 2 bids
Diesel
Terex CR452 Paver
Raymond, WI · 2 bids
Diesel
Smith & Wesson Bicycle
TOMAH, WI · 3 bids
SoundOff Signal 49" x 11" Apex Emergency Light Bar Truck Vehicle Red White Flashing
Genoa City, WI
1998 Kiefer Gooseneck Trailer
Brookfield, WI · 1 bid
LOT OF 16 INSIGNIA NS-40F401NA26 40" FULL HD SMART FIRE TVs
Onalaska, WI · 3 bids
Benchmark Hand Sanitizer- 40 Cases
Glendale, WI · 2 bids
Blanket Warmer
ZABLOCKI VA MEDICAL CTR, WI · 1 bid
Who's Selling in Wisconsin Right Now
The 185 active Wisconsin lots come from 43 named sellers - counties, cities, school districts, universities, state agencies and federal sellers. The busiest right now:
- University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee Surplus, WI - 21 active listings
- Waukesha County, WI - 15 active listings
- Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services — Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services - 11 active listings
- Appleton, WI - 11 active listings
- Waupun, WI - 11 active listings
- Moraine Park Technical College - 10 active listings
- Fox Valley Technical College - 8 active listings
- Rest Assured Bargains - Government Remarketing, WI - 7 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 Wisconsin gov auctions, State of Wisconsin surplus, Wisconsin state auctions, or government auto auctions in Wisconsin, this page pulls listings from federal GSA, HUD foreclosures, GovDeals, Public Surplus, and WI 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 Wisconsin? Browse government auctions nationwide.Last updated: 2026-08-22
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Auctions Near You in Wisconsin
Most surplus is collected in person, so distance usually decides which lots are worth bidding on - a Glendale lot and a Cudahy lot are the same search but not the same drive. This page sorts by how far the pickup location is from you:
Top Cities for Wisconsin Auctions
Where Wisconsin Auctions Come From
Government surplus in Wisconsin is sold across several official platforms. Here's the current breakdown of active listings:
- GovDeals in Wisconsin - 103 active listings
- Public Surplus in Wisconsin - 37 active listings
- GSA Auctions - 16 active listings in Wisconsin
- Purple Wave - 16 active listings in Wisconsin
- J.J. Kane Auctioneers - 6 active listings in Wisconsin
- Fannie Mae HomePath - 4 active listings in Wisconsin
- HUD HomeStore - 3 active listings in Wisconsin
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where can I find government surplus auctions in Wisconsin?
- Government surplus auctions in Wisconsin are listed on GSA Auctions (federal surplus), HUD HomeStore (foreclosed properties), GovDeals, Public Surplus, and the State of Wisconsin's own surplus platform. Right now the 185 open Wisconsin lots come from GovDeals (103), Public Surplus (37), GSA Auctions (16), Purple Wave (16), and 3 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 Wisconsin?
- Government auctions in Wisconsin offer vehicles, heavy equipment, electronics, office furniture, tools, real estate, and seized property from federal, state, and local agencies in WI. The open Wisconsin lots break down as other (51), vehicles (47), tools (18), electronics (17), equipment (17). Items are sold directly by government agencies with no middleman fees.
- Which cities in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin pickup locations right now are Glendale (21), Appleton (19), Milwaukee (15), Waukesha (15), Fond Du Lac (11), with lots open in 14 more WI cities. Counts move as lots sell and agencies post new rounds.
- Are government auctions in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin open to the public?
- Yes. Government surplus auctions in Wisconsin are open to the public. Anyone can register and bid on items through official platforms like GSA Auctions. No special license is required.