South Florida
St. Lucie County surplus funds
Guidance for locating and claiming foreclosure or tax deed surplus funds held through the Clerk of the Circuit Court, St. Lucie County.
St. Lucie County surplus from Port St. Lucie and Fort Pierce sales is handled by the Clerk of the Circuit Court for St. Lucie County. Former owners may file with the clerk for excess proceeds from foreclosure or tax deed dispositions. St. Lucie housing growth has increased surplus caseloads. Surplus Trustees assists St. Lucie claimants when the clerk needs additional proof for heirs or junior lienholder resolution.
Official clerk resource
Start with the official office: Clerk of the Circuit Court, St. Lucie County. Surplus Trustees is not the clerk of court. We assist rightful owners and heirs when claims are complex.
How to check St. Lucie 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
Where is St. Lucie surplus held after a sale?
With the St. Lucie County Clerk of the Circuit Court court registry until disbursed to entitled parties.
What is needed for a St. Lucie tax deed surplus claim?
Parcel ID, sale date, proof of ownership, and photo ID. Contact the St. Lucie clerk tax deed section for the current claim packet.
Can multiple heirs split St. Lucie surplus?
Yes, with proper heirship documentation and clerk-approved disbursement instructions or court order if parties disagree.