South Florida
Monroe County surplus funds
Guidance for locating and claiming foreclosure or tax deed surplus funds held through the Monroe County Clerk of the Circuit Court.
Monroe County surplus from Keys foreclosures and tax deed sales is administered by the Monroe County Clerk of the Circuit Court. High-value Monroe parcels can yield substantial surplus requiring careful accounting of liens and costs. Owners may file directly with the clerk for disbursement once entitlement is established. Surplus Trustees helps Monroe claimants navigate clerk requirements unique to island properties, trusts, and out-of-state owner situations.
Official clerk resource
Start with the official office: Monroe County Clerk of the Circuit Court. Surplus Trustees is not the clerk of court. We assist rightful owners and heirs when claims are complex.
How to check Monroe County
- Confirm whether the sale was a mortgage foreclosure or a tax deed sale.
- Search or call the clerk using the case number, tax deed file number, name, or property address.
- If the sale is older, also search Florida's Treasure Hunt.
- File the clerk's claim forms before any hard deadline (tax deed notices often use a 120-day window).
Related guides
- How to check for Florida surplus funds
- Florida foreclosure surplus (FS 45.032)
- Florida tax deed surplus (FS 197.582)
- Heirs and estates
Local FAQ
Who holds Monroe County foreclosure surplus?
The Monroe County Clerk of the Circuit Court maintains registry funds for foreclosure and tax deed excess proceeds.
Are Monroe surplus claims different for Keys properties?
Procedures follow state law, but Monroe high-value sales and complex ownership structures often require thorough documentation for the clerk.
How do I start a Monroe tax deed surplus claim?
Contact the Monroe clerk tax deed division with parcel ID and sale date for forms and surplus verification.