North Florida
Putnam County surplus funds
Guidance for locating and claiming foreclosure or tax deed surplus funds held through the Putnam County Clerk of Court.
Putnam County surplus from Palatka and Interlachen foreclosures and tax deeds is maintained by the Putnam County Clerk of Court. Former owners submit claims to the clerk with supporting sale and identity records. Putnam St. Johns River area properties generate periodic surplus from both sale types. Surplus Trustees assists Putnam claimants when the clerk needs probate documents or lien clearance.
Official clerk resource
Start with the official office: Putnam County Clerk of Court. Surplus Trustees is not the clerk of court. We assist rightful owners and heirs when claims are complex.
How to check Putnam 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 Putnam County surplus?
The Putnam County Clerk of Court until funds are released to entitled claimants.
How do I verify Putnam tax deed surplus?
Contact the Putnam clerk tax deed office with parcel and sale information.
Can Putnam surplus be claimed years later?
Act quickly. Florida escheat rules may apply if funds remain unclaimed too long.