Montana Government & State Surplus Auctions (2026)
238 active government auctions in Montana right now, listed by 15 named MT sellers across 5 official platforms. Most of it sits in Helena and Missoula (11 MT cities have lots open).
Government surplus in Montana carries a median winning bid of $139 (typical range $33–$2,376), from 279 completed sales, per the GovAuctions.app Surplus Price Index.
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Panasonic AG-DVX100B 3CCD 24P MiniDV Camcorder with Case B4
Missoula, MT · 2 bids
Knives - QTY 58 - Shipping $20.00
Helena, MT · 5 bids
Hogue Deka & Kizer Mini Militaw - Shipping $12.00
Helena, MT · 5 bids
CIVIVI Knives - QTY 5 - Shipping $12.00
Helena, MT · 5 bids
Spyderco Knives - QTY 2 - Shipping $12.00
Helena, MT · 5 bids
Opinel Knives - QTY 5 - Shipping $12.00
Helena, MT · 5 bids
Fixed Blade Knives - QTY 10 - Shipping $20.00
Helena, MT · 5 bids
Chevrolet Impala 2005
Frenchtown, MT
190,167 mi
Box of Knives - Approx. 16 LBS - Shipping $20.00
Helena, MT · 4 bids
Leatherman Skeletool - QTY 4 - Shipping $12.00
Helena, MT · 4 bids
Case XX Knives - QTY 3 - Shipping $12.00
Helena, MT · 4 bids
BUCK Knives - QTY 7 - Shipping $12.00
Helena, MT · 4 bids
Who's Selling in Montana Right Now
The 238 active Montana lots come from 15 named sellers - counties, cities, school districts, universities, state agencies and federal sellers. The busiest right now:
- Admin. Dept. - State of Montana Surplus Program - 114 active listings
- NorthWestern Energy - 35 active listings
- Rocky Mountain Contractors Inc - 27 active listings
- The University of Montana - 25 active listings
- GSA Fleet — U.S. General Services Administration - 17 active listings
- Public Surplus - 8 active listings
- Lake County Sheriff's Office (MT) - 3 active listings
- Montana State University Billings - 2 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 Montana
Median winning bids from 265 completed government auction sales in Montana, by category.
| Category | Median | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicles | $2,181 | 127 |
| Electronics | $27 | 73 |
| Tools & industrial | $56 | 28 |
| Medical & lab equipment | $70 | 16 |
| Heavy equipment | $1,044 | 11 |
| Office furniture | $15 | 10 |
Based on recent completed government auction sales in Montana. Click any category for its full price history and recent sold examples.
Source: the GovAuctions Surplus Price Index. Free to cite with attribution.
Montana Sold Prices by Item
The most-sold items at Montana government auctions, with the median winning bid for each.
| Item | Median | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Trailer | $489 | 15 |
| Ford F-150 | $4,596 | 12 |
| Dodge Ram | $10,686 | 11 |
Based on recent completed government auction sales in Montana. 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 Montana gov auctions, State of Montana surplus, Montana state auctions, or government auto auctions in Montana, this page pulls listings from federal GSA, HUD foreclosures, GovDeals, Public Surplus, and MT 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 Montana? Browse government auctions nationwide.Last updated: 2026-10-19
Montana Auctions by Category
Or see these categories nationwide: Vehicles, Real Estate, Electronics, Military, Tools, Equipment, Sporting, Catering.
Auctions Near You in Montana
Most surplus is collected in person, so distance usually decides which lots are worth bidding on - a Helena lot and a Kalispell 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 Montana Auctions
Auctions by County in Montana
Surplus is pickup-only, so the county a lot sits in usually decides whether it is worth bidding on. Each page below shows what that county's agencies have live now and what their past lots actually sold for.
Where Montana Auctions Come From
Government surplus in Montana is sold across several official platforms. Here's the current breakdown of active listings:
- Public Surplus in Montana - 155 active listings
- J.J. Kane Auctioneers in Montana - 64 active listings
- GSA Fleet Vehicle Sales - 17 active listings in Montana
- Freddie Mac HomeSteps - 1 active listing in Montana
- GSA Auctions - 1 active listing in Montana
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where can I find government surplus auctions in Montana?
- Government surplus auctions in Montana are listed on GSA Auctions (federal surplus), HUD HomeStore (foreclosed properties), GovDeals, Public Surplus, and the State of Montana's own surplus platform. Right now the 238 open Montana lots come from Public Surplus (155), J.J. Kane Auctioneers (64), GSA Fleet Vehicle Sales (17), Freddie Mac HomeSteps (1), and 1 other official platform. GovAuctions aggregates them into one free, searchable feed, and you bid on the original platform.
- What can I buy at government auctions in Montana?
- Government auctions in Montana offer vehicles, heavy equipment, electronics, office furniture, tools, real estate, and seized property from federal, state, and local agencies in MT. The open Montana lots break down as other (111), vehicles (64), tools (30), equipment (15), electronics (12). Items are sold directly by government agencies with no middleman fees.
- Which cities in Montana 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 Montana pickup locations right now are Helena (125), Missoula (42), Billings (20), Havre (8), Black Eagle (6), with lots open in 6 more MT cities. Counts move as lots sell and agencies post new rounds.
- Are government auctions in Montana 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 Montana open to the public?
- Yes. Government surplus auctions in Montana are open to the public. Anyone can register and bid on items through official platforms like GSA Auctions. No special license is required.