Denton County, Texas
Foreclosure in Denton County, explained.
Where sales happen, how to check the records, and who to call for free help near Denton.
How does foreclosure work in Denton County?
Denton County follows the same Texas rules as every county. You get at least 20 days to cure a default, then at least 21 days notice before a sale. Both come from Tex. Prop. Code §51.002.
The full step by step is in our Texas foreclosure timeline.
Where are foreclosure sales held in Denton County?
Sales happen on the first Tuesday of the month. Denton County sales are held at the location designated by the Commissioners Court. The exact spot is printed on every notice of trustee's sale.
How do I check for a foreclosure notice in Denton County?
Search your name or address in the county records. Open anything labeled Notice of Sale, Substitute Trustee, or Lis Pendens. The appraisal district site helps confirm parcel details.
Write down the instrument number, recording date, parties, and any sale date.
Where can I get free help in Denton County?
A HUD approved housing counselor is always free. Call (800) 569-4287.
Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas, statewide intake, (888) 529-5277. Free legal help for people who qualify. Intake will route you to the right local office.
When you call your servicer, ask for the loss mitigation department by name.
The First Oak is a small Fort Worth company that buys houses for our own account. If you want to talk about your options, you can text us. If not, that is fine too.
Text us at (817) 632-5756We are not licensed real estate agents, attorneys, or financial advisors. Nothing on this page is legal, tax, or financial advice. Your own paperwork controls your actual dates. We buy houses for our own account. If we make you an offer, we are the buyer, and we do not represent you.