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Colorado Government & State Surplus Auctions (2026)

738 active government auctions in Colorado right now, listed by 120 named CO sellers across 12 official platforms. Most of it sits in Denver and Aurora (35 CO cities have lots open). The heaviest category is vehicles, at 177 lots.

Government surplus in Colorado carries a median winning bid of $131 (typical range $35–$994), from 6,891 completed sales, per the GovAuctions.app Surplus Price Index.

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Who's Selling in Colorado Right Now

The 738 active Colorado lots come from 120 named sellers - counties, cities, school districts, universities, state agencies and federal sellers. The busiest right now:

  • Denver City and County, CO - 144 active listings
  • GovPlanet (Federal Surplus) - 67 active listings
  • Fannie Mae - 49 active listings
  • U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development - 27 active listings
  • State of Colorado - General Surplus - 24 active listings
  • University of Colorado Boulder, CO - 22 active listings
  • Colorado State University, CO - 21 active listings
  • Fountain School District #8 - 19 active listings

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

What Government Surplus Sold For in Colorado

Median winning bids from 6,423 completed government auction sales in Colorado, by category.

CategoryMedianSales
Electronics$1222,194
Vehicles$3,5541,553
Tools & industrial$62921
Office furniture$14670
Medical & lab equipment$49329
Heavy equipment$716321
Jewelry$131195
Military surplus$196144
Collectibles$13696

Based on recent completed government auction sales in Colorado. Click any category for its full price history and recent sold examples.

Source: the GovAuctions Surplus Price Index. Free to cite with attribution.

Colorado Sold Prices by Item

The most-sold items at Colorado government auctions, with the median winning bid for each.

ItemMedianSales
Dell Latitude$457154
Chevrolet Silverado$6,55092
HP EliteBook$85092
Power tools$3590
Ford Explorer$2,27579
Ford F-150$5,81679
Dell Precision$92263
iPhone$6161
Ford Police Interceptor$1,97658
Storage cabinet$3258

Based on recent completed government auction sales in Colorado. Click any item for its full price history and recent sold examples.

Source: the GovAuctions Surplus Price Index. Free to cite with attribution.

Whether you're searching for Colorado gov auctions, State of Colorado surplus, Colorado state auctions, or government auto auctions in Colorado, this page pulls listings from federal GSA, HUD foreclosures, GovDeals, Public Surplus, and CO 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 Colorado? Browse government auctions nationwide.Last updated: 2026-11-08

Auctions Near You in Colorado

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

Where Colorado Auctions Come From

Government surplus in Colorado 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 Colorado?
Government surplus auctions in Colorado are listed on GSA Auctions (federal surplus), HUD HomeStore (foreclosed properties), GovDeals, Public Surplus, and the State of Colorado's own surplus platform. Right now the 738 open Colorado lots come from GovDeals (310), Purple Wave (121), GovPlanet (67), Public Surplus (60), and 8 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 Colorado?
Government auctions in Colorado offer vehicles, heavy equipment, electronics, office furniture, tools, real estate, and seized property from federal, state, and local agencies in CO. The open Colorado lots break down as vehicles (177), electronics (116), real estate (106), other (91), equipment (79). Items are sold directly by government agencies with no middleman fees.
Which cities in Colorado 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 Colorado pickup locations right now are Denver (229), Aurora (31), Fort Lupton (31), Fort Collins (27), Boulder (23), with lots open in 30 more CO cities. Counts move as lots sell and agencies post new rounds.
Are government auctions in Colorado 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 Colorado open to the public?
Yes. Government surplus auctions in Colorado are open to the public. Anyone can register and bid on items through official platforms like GSA Auctions. No special license is required.