Can You Sell a House With a Property Tax Lien in Nevada?
It is one of the most common worries we hear from Las Vegas homeowners behind on taxes: “Can I even sell if there is a tax lien on the house?” The short answer is yes — and it is usually the cleanest way out.
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What a Property Tax Lien Actually Is
In Nevada, unpaid property taxes create a statutory lien on the property under NRS Chapter 361. It is a legal claim for the amount owed, and it stays attached to the property. Importantly, the lien is tied to the home, not to you personally — which is exactly why it can be resolved through a sale. The Clark County Treasurer tracks the amount due on each parcel.
How the Lien Gets Cleared at Closing
When you sell, the title company calculates the exact payoff — back taxes, penalties, costs, and the 10% interest accrued to the closing date. That amount is paid directly from the sale proceeds before anything goes to you. The lien is released, the buyer takes clear title, and you receive whatever equity remains. You do not need to pay the lien out of pocket first; it comes out of the sale.
Why This Beats Letting the Redemption Window Expire
Because the lien is paid from proceeds, selling is almost always better than doing nothing. If the redemption period under NRS 361.570 expires, the property is deeded to the county treasurer as trustee and your equity is wiped out. Selling first means the taxes get paid and you keep the difference. On a typical Las Vegas home, that difference is often substantial.
Selling As-Is, Even With Other Problems
Tax liens often travel with other issues — deferred repairs, a tenant still in place, an inherited property nobody has maintained. Nahas Realty & Investments buys as-is, in any condition and any situation. You do not need to fix anything, clear anything out, or settle the lien before you call. We handle the payoff at closing.
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