North Carolina Government & State Surplus Auctions (2026)
1,309 active government auctions in North Carolina right now, listed by 193 named NC sellers across 12 official platforms. Most of it sits in Fort Bragg and China Grove (72 NC cities have lots open). The heaviest category is vehicles, at 402 lots.
Government surplus in North Carolina carries a median winning bid of $635 (typical range $90–$2,900), from 4,677 completed sales, per the GovAuctions.app Surplus Price Index.
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2018 Ram 1500 Tradesman 4x4 Crew Cab
Statesville, NC · 5 bids
158,257 mi6 cyl
2014 Dodge Charger
Monroe, NC · 23 bids
V8
2019 Caterpillar 305E2 CR Mini Excavator
Charlotte, NC · 23 bids
3,905 hrsDiesel
2005 Chevrolet Tahoe
Wilkesboro, NC · 21 bids
V8
2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
Monroe, NC · 21 bids
V8
2015 Bobcat T590 Tracked Skid Steer Loader
Jacksonville, NC · 19 bids
3,569 hrsDiesel
2018 Ram 1500 Tradesman 4x4 Crew Cab
STATESVILLE, NC · 4 bids
133,441 mi6 cyl
2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 High Roof 170-in. WB
New London, NC · 15 bids
Does not runDieselV6
2019 Caterpillar 305E2 CR Mini Excavator
Charlotte, NC · 14 bids
4,248 hrsDiesel
2013 Dodge Charger HEMI RWD
High Point, NC · 12 bids
117,049 miV8
2004 14ft Lowe Mdl L1448 Aluminum Flat Bottom Boat with Trailer
Fort Bragg, NC · 12 bids
2004 14ft Lowe Mdl L1448 Aluminum Flat Bottom Boat with Trailer
Fort Bragg, NC · 12 bids
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Official North Carolina government surplus programs
GovAuctions.app indexes the live lots these programs post on GovDeals, Public Surplus and other platforms, 1,309 open in North Carolina right now; the list below links each official program directly.
- State Surplus Property AgencyNorth Carolina Department of Administration
Surplus supplies, materials, equipment and vehicles from NC state agencies and universities
Auctions run on AssetWorks (recoup.bid.assetworks.com). Open to the public. Address: 6501 Chapel Hill Road, Raleigh, NC 27607.
- Federal Surplus PropertyNorth Carolina Department of Administration
Federal surplus vehicles and equipment transferred to eligible public and nonprofit agencies
Donation program for eligible organizations, not open to the public. Address: 6501 Chapel Hill Road, Raleigh, NC 27607.
Taken from each program's official page, checked 2026-10-11.
Who's Selling in North Carolina Right Now
The 1,309 active North Carolina lots come from 193 named sellers - counties, cities, school districts, universities, state agencies and federal sellers. The busiest right now:
- Fort Bragg, NC - 178 active listings
- Cleveland County Schools, NC - 56 active listings
- GovPlanet (Federal Surplus) - 50 active listings
- Memphis Express Towing - Impound/Towing, NC - 46 active listings
- Richmond County Schools, NC - 41 active listings
- Soles Automotive Towing - Impound/Towing, NC - 40 active listings
- Wilkes County, NC - 39 active listings
- EZ GSE - 35 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 North Carolina
Median winning bids from 4,458 completed government auction sales in North Carolina, by category.
| Category | Median | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicles | $2,502 | 2,019 |
| Office furniture | $28 | 637 |
| Electronics | $102 | 547 |
| Tools & industrial | $201 | 414 |
| Heavy equipment | $2,090 | 409 |
| Military surplus | $340 | 198 |
| Medical & lab equipment | $100 | 92 |
| Collectibles | $375 | 89 |
| Jewelry | $411 | 53 |
Based on recent completed government auction sales in North Carolina. Click any category for its full price history and recent sold examples.
Source: the GovAuctions Surplus Price Index. Free to cite with attribution.
North Carolina Sold Prices by Item
The most-sold items at North Carolina government auctions, with the median winning bid for each.
| Item | Median | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Dodge Charger | $2,214 | 173 |
| Trailer | $1,200 | 147 |
| Ford Explorer | $2,775 | 90 |
| Ford F-150 | $2,475 | 87 |
| John Deere | $2,126 | 62 |
| Ford Econoline | $2,974 | 58 |
| Chevrolet Silverado | $3,965 | 55 |
| Excavator | $14,300 | 54 |
| Desk | $5 | 46 |
| Generator | $775 | 46 |
Based on recent completed government auction sales in North Carolina. 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 North Carolina gov auctions, State of North Carolina surplus, North Carolina state auctions, or government auto auctions in North Carolina, this page pulls listings from federal GSA, HUD foreclosures, GovDeals, Public Surplus, and NC 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 North Carolina? Browse government auctions nationwide.Last updated: 2026-11-02
North Carolina Auctions by Category
Or see these categories nationwide: Vehicles, Real Estate, Electronics, Military, Tools, Equipment, Collectibles, Furniture.
Auctions Near You in North Carolina
Most surplus is collected in person, so distance usually decides which lots are worth bidding on - a Fort Bragg lot and a Nashville 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 North Carolina Auctions
Auctions by County in North Carolina
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 North Carolina Auctions Come From
Government surplus in North Carolina is sold across several official platforms. Here's the current breakdown of active listings:
- GovDeals in North Carolina - 988 active listings
- J.J. Kane Auctioneers in North Carolina - 131 active listings
- GovPlanet in North Carolina - 50 active listings
- Purple Wave in North Carolina - 35 active listings
- Fannie Mae HomePath in North Carolina - 31 active listings
- HUD HomeStore - 26 active listings in North Carolina
- GSA Auctions - 21 active listings in North Carolina
- GSA Fleet Vehicle Sales - 18 active listings in North Carolina
- Freddie Mac HomeSteps - 6 active listings in North Carolina
- PropertyRoom - 1 active listing in North Carolina
- Bid4Assets - 1 active listing in North Carolina
- Apple Auctioneering - 1 active listing in North Carolina
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where can I find government surplus auctions in North Carolina?
- Government surplus auctions in North Carolina are listed on GSA Auctions (federal surplus), HUD HomeStore (foreclosed properties), GovDeals and Public Surplus. The official North Carolina programs are State Surplus Property Agency, North Carolina Department of Administration (auctions on AssetWorks (recoup.bid.assetworks.com)); and Federal Surplus Property, North Carolina Department of Administration (donation to eligible organizations only, not public sale). Right now the 1,309 open North Carolina lots come from GovDeals (988), J.J. Kane Auctioneers (131), GovPlanet (50), Purple Wave (35), 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 North Carolina?
- Government auctions in North Carolina offer vehicles, heavy equipment, electronics, office furniture, tools, real estate, and seized property from federal, state, and local agencies in NC. The open North Carolina lots break down as vehicles (402), other (202), equipment (155), tools (100), furniture (98). Items are sold directly by government agencies with no middleman fees.
- Which cities in North Carolina 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 North Carolina pickup locations right now are Fort Bragg (152), China Grove (130), Fayetteville (61), Shelby (60), Matthews (46), with lots open in 67 more NC cities. Counts move as lots sell and agencies post new rounds.
- Are government auctions in North Carolina 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 North Carolina open to the public?
- Yes. Government surplus auctions in North Carolina are open to the public. Anyone can register and bid on items through official platforms like GSA Auctions. No special license is required.