Government Auctions in Chicago, IL
57 live government surplus auctions in Chicago, Illinois - vehicles, equipment, electronics, and more from federal, state, and local agencies, all in one feed.
Every lot is sold directly by a government agency - via GSA Auctions, HUD, GovDeals, and others - with no buyer fees or middleman costs added by GovAuctions. Pickup is typically in or near Chicago, making it easy to inspect before bidding and transport after winning.
Last updated: 2026-11-09
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Compressors, for A/C on rail cars, total of 23, Carrier and Carlyle units
Chicago, IL · 19 bids
AC Compressors, scrapped. Quantity 17 Some on pallets, some not.
Chicago, IL · 9 bids
2011 Haulmark Enclosed Cargo Trailer
Chicago, IL · 8 bids
1997 DUPONT TROLLEY BUS
Chicago, IL · 5 bids
Diesel
2012 HONDA CIVIC - CNG
Chicago, IL · 5 bids
26,995 mi
Joyce Lifting Jacks, total of 4, Metra used for lifting train car wheels
Chicago, IL · 4 bids
Journal box Lifting Jacks, total of 2
Chicago, IL · 3 bids
Various yard vehicles, Cushman, Motrec, Unknown, frames & vehicle items, all scrapped, do not run, sold for parts
Chicago, IL · 3 bids
Broom & Attachments (scrap)
Chicago, IL · 1 bid
Journal boxes for train wheels. Aprox 200 Some on pallets, some not.
Chicago, IL · 1 bid
Sand Blasting tank & trailer
Chicago, IL · 1 bid
2012 HONDA CIVIC - CNG
Chicago, IL · 1 bid
33,790 mi
Who's Selling in Chicago
- City of Chicago19 live lots
- Metra Commuter Railroad, IL14 live lots
- Freddie Mac (HomeSteps)9 live lots
- Fannie Mae3 live lots
- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development3 live lots
- Chicago Transit Authority1 live lot
- CITY OF FT COLLINS1 live lot
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where can I find government surplus auctions in Chicago?
- Government surplus auctions in Chicago, Illinois are listed on official platforms like GSA Auctions (federal surplus) and HUD HomeStore (foreclosed homes), plus state and local agencies. GovAuctions aggregates Chicago listings into one searchable feed.
- What kinds of items can I buy at government auctions in Chicago?
- Vehicles, heavy equipment, electronics, office furniture, tools, and real estate are all commonly auctioned in the Chicago area. Inventory rotates daily as agencies cycle out fleet vehicles, IT equipment, and other surplus property.
- Are auctions in Chicago open to everyone?
- Yes. Government surplus auctions are public - anyone can register on the official auction platform and bid. Most items can be picked up locally in the Chicago area, though some federal surplus may require travel to a regional GSA pickup point.
- Can I search auctions near Chicago by ZIP code and distance?
- Yes. This page covers Chicago itself, but most surplus is collected in person, so distance usually matters more than city limits. In the GovAuctions feed you can enter your ZIP and set a radius of 25, 50, 100, or 200 miles, and the filter applies across every indexed platform at once rather than one marketplace at a time. Results sort by pickup distance, so a radius search around Chicago also surfaces lots in neighboring towns - and just over the Illinois state line - that a city or state listing alone would miss.