Court-Ordered Land Sales in BC — What Buyers Need to Know
2026-02-01 · 3 min read
An Increasing Opportunity
As financing costs have risen and some development projects have stalled, the volume of court-ordered sales on land parcels in the Fraser Valley has increased. These opportunities require careful navigation but can represent compelling value for informed buyers.
How Judicial Sales Work
When a borrower defaults on a mortgage secured by land, the lender may petition BC Supreme Court to foreclose on the property. If the court grants an Order Absolute, the property is listed for sale under court supervision with a court-appointed realtor managing the process.
All offers require court approval. This adds complexity and timeline, but also transparency — the process is governed by clear rules designed to protect all parties.
What to Watch For
Not all court-ordered sales are bargains. Key considerations include: the property's NCP status and development potential, any existing encumbrances or title issues, servicing availability, and the court's timeline for approval.
LandPlay tracks BC Supreme Court filings in the New Westminster and Chilliwack registries for land parcels in the Fraser Valley.
Interested in court-ordered land opportunities? Contact Manny to discuss active files and register your interest.
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