Chippewa County is Michigan’s largest county by land area and anchors the eastern Upper Peninsula at the Canadian border. Sault Ste. Marie — shared with its Ontario twin city — hosts the Soo Locks, one of the busiest shipping passages in the world, and is home to Lake Superior State University. The county’s economy blends border tourism, tribal gaming through the Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians, manufacturing, and healthcare. For homeowners facing foreclosure in Chippewa County, the combination of institutional employment, tourism, and tribal economic activity creates a more stable residential market than might be expected for a remote Upper Peninsula location.
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Default Judgment / Foreclosure Decree Entered
Court issues judgment; redemption clock officially starts for Chippewa County homeowners.
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Sheriff Sale Scheduled & Published
Sale advertised in Sault Evening News and at Chippewa County Courthouse for minimum four consecutive weeks.
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Sheriff Sale Conducted
Property sold at public auction at the Chippewa County Courthouse, Sault Ste. Marie.
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Redemption Period Begins — Act Immediately
Homeowners typically have 6 months from sale date to redeem. Shorter periods may apply for abandoned properties.
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Redemption Deadline & Title Transfer
If redemption is not completed, sheriff’s deed is recorded and title transfers. All equity may be lost.
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Sheriff Sale Administration
Chippewa County Sheriff 325 Court St, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 (906) 635-6355
Chippewa County Register of Deeds 319 Court St, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 (906) 635-6300
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50th Circuit Court
Chippewa County Circuit Court 319 Court St, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 (906) 635-6340
Key Communities
Sault Ste. Marie
Kinross
Kincheloe
Brimley
Raber
Drummond Island
Market Landscape
Chippewa County’s institutional employment base — including Lake Superior State University, UP Health System, and tribal gaming operations — provides residential market stability for a remote Upper Peninsula county. Foreclosed properties in Sault Ste. Marie can carry equity above distressed sale prices given consistent local buyer demand.
⚠️ Redemption Window: Once the sheriff’s deed is recorded, the right to recover equity is extinguished. Act before the deadline.
❓ Chippewa County Foreclosure FAQ
In most Michigan residential foreclosures, homeowners have approximately 6 months from the date of the sheriff’s sale to redeem the property by paying the full redemption amount. Some properties classified as abandoned may have a shorter 3-month redemption period. Consult a licensed Michigan attorney to confirm the specific timeline.
Review the sheriff’s sale bid amount and compare it to the current fair market value. If market value exceeds total debt, equity may exist. Contact a foreclosure equity specialist for a free analysis.
Sheriff sale notices for Chippewa County are published in the Sault Evening News and posted at the Chippewa County Courthouse in Sault Ste. Marie. Notices must run for four consecutive weeks prior to the sale date.
Yes — Michigan law permits the homeowner to sell or transfer the property during the active redemption period. A sale during redemption can allow recovery of any equity above the total debt.
If the redemption deadline passes without action, the sheriff’s deed is recorded and the former owner loses all rights to the property and any remaining equity. Early action is critical.
Informational Notice: This page is provided for public educational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or real estate advice. Redemption timelines and foreclosure procedures may vary. Consult a licensed Michigan attorney for guidance specific to your situation. — Richard Stewart | Associate Broker · REAL Broker LLC
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