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Foreclosure Homes in California

There are currently 48,911 foreclosure homes listed in California. Buying a distressed property in California can save you as much as 50 percent compared to a traditional sale. Along with bank-owned foreclosures, you can browse rent-to-own homes, short sales, preforeclosures, bankruptcies and government-owned listings such as HUD, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Pick a city or county below to see every distressed listing in California.

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  1. Property in Victorville, CA 92394 NEW Foreclosure Est. $451K Victorville, CA 92394 Single-Family
  2. Property in Magalia, CA 95954 NEW Foreclosure Est. $112K Magalia, CA 95954 2 bd, 2.0 ba
  3. Property in Oroville, CA 95966 NEW Foreclosure Est. $298K Oroville, CA 95966 2 bd, 1.5 ba
  4. Property in Corcoran, CA 93212 NEW Foreclosure Est. $226K Corcoran, CA 93212 2 bd, 1.0 ba
  5. Property in Dixon, CA 95620 NEW Foreclosure Est. $470K Dixon, CA 95620 2 bd, 1.5 ba
  6. Property in Los Angeles, CA 90002 NEW Preforeclosure Est. $554K Los Angeles, CA 90002 3 bd, 2 ba
  7. Property in Van Nuys, CA 91405 NEW Preforeclosure Price coming soon Van Nuys, CA 91405 2 bd, 2 ba
  8. Property in Groveland, CA 95321 NEW Preforeclosure Est. $105K Groveland, CA 95321 2 bd, 2 ba
  9. Property in South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 NEW Preforeclosure Price coming soon South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 6 bd, 4 ba
  10. Property in Valley Springs, CA 95252 NEW Preforeclosure Est. $891K Valley Springs, CA 95252 4 bd, 3 ba
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California Foreclosure Laws

California mostly relies on nonjudicial foreclosure with a trustee sale. Most home loans are secured by deeds of trust rather than traditional mortgages. The length of the process varies but often takes several months or longer because of notice and waiting periods. Deficiency judgments are generally not allowed after most nonjudicial foreclosures.

Foreclosure type
Non-Judicial (Judicial allowed but rare)
Typical timeline
4-7 months typical
Deficiency judgment
Deficiency prohibited for purchase-money loans and after non-judicial foreclosure
Redemption period
No post-sale redemption (unless judicial).
Process and statute references
  • Mortgage Instrument Security Type
    Deed of Trust (primary). Mortgages are permitted but uncommon.
  • Process Summary
    Foreclosure is usually nonjudicial and conducted through a trustee’s sale. The process includes a notice of default, a reinstatement period, and a notice of sale. Judicial foreclosure is permitted but uncommon.
  • Notice / Timing Statute
    California Civil Code § 2924 et seq. (Notice of Default and Notice of Sale requirements)
  • Redemption Statute(s)
    California Civil Code § 2924 (no redemption after non-judicial trustee's sale)
  • Deficiency Statute(s)
    California Code Civil Procedure § 580b, § 580d (anti-deficiency for purchase-money and non-judicial foreclosures)

How to Buy a Foreclosure in California

In California, find foreclosure opportunities through trustee sale notices, MLS, and public records. California foreclosures are mostly non-judicial and require review of timelines and reinstatement rights. Arrange your financing in advance; auctions demand certified funds or cash. Conduct title and property condition due diligence since many foreclosed homes are sold As is. Participate in the trustee sale or work with the lender to purchase the property after it becomes real estate owned (REO).

What type of foreclosure is used in California?
The type of foreclosure in California is Non-Judicial (Judicial allowed but rare)
Is there a redemption period in California?
No post-sale redemption (unless judicial).
Are deficiency judgments allowed in California?
Deficiency prohibited for purchase-money loans and after non-judicial foreclosure in California
How do you buy a foreclosure in California?
In California, find foreclosure opportunities through trustee sale notices, MLS, and public records.

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