Seized Property Price Guide
What seized property actually sell for at government surplus auctions.
Average Price
$320
Median Price
$75
Price Range
$1 – $175,787
Items Sold
15,296
Average Price by Source
Which auction sites have the cheapest seized property?
| Source | Avg Price | Sold |
|---|---|---|
| USMS | $6 | 5 |
| PropertyRoom | $19 | 5 |
| PurpleWave | $50 | 1 |
| HiBid | $278 | 14,652 |
| USPS | $368 | 15 |
| GovDeals | $401 | 387 |
| WI Surplus | $1,234 | 115 |
| Municibid | $1,596 | 82 |
| PublicSurplus | $3,653 | 22 |
| GSA | $26,119 | 12 |
Average Price by State
Where are seized property cheapest?
| State | Avg Price | Sold |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $5 | 1 |
| Utah | $10 | 35 |
| Minnesota | $23 | 6 |
| South Dakota | $25 | 4 |
| Oregon | $26 | 144 |
| Washington | $35 | 1,239 |
| Nevada | $53 | 192 |
| Arkansas | $61 | 111 |
| Virginia | $63 | 72 |
| Maine | $79 | 379 |
| Iowa | $100 | 893 |
| Nebraska | $106 | 104 |
| New Jersey | $108 | 16 |
| Montana | $155 | 312 |
| Missouri | $167 | 70 |
| Ohio | $175 | 319 |
| North Carolina | $182 | 114 |
| Colorado | $188 | 81 |
| Indiana | $225 | 214 |
| Illinois | $265 | 500 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do seized property sell for at government auctions?
Based on 15,296 completed sales tracked by BidProwl, seized property typically sell for a median of $75, with prices ranging from $1 to $175,787.
What is the cheapest source for seized property at government auctions?
Among sources with enough sales to compare, US Marshals Service has the lowest average sold price for seized property at $6.
Are seized property at government auctions a good deal?
Government surplus seized property often sell below retail because agencies must clear inventory. Compare the current bid against the $75 median sold price before bidding, and factor in the buyer's premium and pickup costs.