Government Auctions in Chicago, IL
44 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: 2026-09-25
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3 Drones, Yuneec H520, 4 Venom H520 bank chargers (4 slot charging & a power cord)
Chicago, IL · 14 bids
2018 Kubota RTV-X1100C Utility Vehicle
Chicago, IL · 8 bids
4x4Diesel
2018 Kubota RTV-X1100C Utility Vehicle
Chicago, IL · 6 bids
4x4Diesel
Xtreme XR1255 Telehandler
Chicago, IL · 4 bids
7,414 hrsDiesel12,000 lb cap
Tennant M30 Ride On Scrubber Sweeper
Chicago, IL · 3 bids
1,302 hrs
GREAT LAND INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY – 0.26 ACRES!
Chicago, IL · 1 bid
0.24-Acre Residential Lot Package in East St. Louis – Excellent Investment Opportunity
Chicago, IL · 1 bid
Tennant M30 Ride On Scrubber Sweeper
Chicago, IL · 1 bid
1,405 hrs
Affordable Investment Opportunity! 215 S Walnut St., Du Quoin, IL 62832
Chicago, IL
HUD Home — 6637 S Rhodes Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Chicago, IL
HUD Home — 2608 E 92nd Street, Chicago, IL 60617
Chicago, IL
HUD Home — 337 W 110th Pl, Chicago, IL 60628
Chicago, IL
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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.