Real Estate Glossary

Right of redemption

/glossary/right-of-redemption
The legal right to redeem property after foreclosure or tax sale by paying the full sale price plus interest. Some states (AL, IA, MI, MN, WI) provide statutory redemption rights; most do not.

Related terms

Reviewed by John Quigley · Founder, BuyHousesInCash · Last updated May 2026

Selling a house in a hurry?

We close in 7 days. No fees, no repairs, no agent commissions.

Get a Cash Offer →