dc Auctions Heat Up: Homes and Wheels Flood Market

The coming days see a surge of dc auctions that span both property and vehicle markets, offering buyers a diverse slate of opportunities. First up, a cluster of real‑estate sales is set to close by the end of the week, featuring three Maryland homes that will be auctioned together. Bidders will need to post deposits ranging from $32,000 to $50,000, and each lot is presented as‑is, with settlement slated within a month of the winning bid. Shortly after, a Washington, dc property slated for next year will also go under the hammer, requiring a $45,000 deposit and promising a swift, fixed‑date closing.

Parallel to the property rush, dc’s automotive auction scene is buzzing with multiple online events. Two consecutive days will host Washington Internet Auctions at mid‑morning, paired with Philadelphia Internet Auctions in the afternoon, followed by a special Mechanics auction that adds a mix of cars, trucks and motorcycles to the lineup. These vehicle sales are designed for both individual enthusiasts and fleet buyers, emphasizing transparent online bidding and immediate results.

Across both sectors, a clear trend emerges: sellers are leveraging the auction format to achieve rapid turnover, fixed settlement timelines, and broader exposure through online platforms. Buyers, in turn, are drawn by the ability to secure assets—whether a single‑family home, a condo, a commercial parcel, or a high‑quality used vehicle—without the lengthy negotiations typical of traditional markets. As the calendar advances, participants are encouraged to monitor the auction calendars closely, as new listings and dates continue to roll out, keeping the dc auction landscape dynamic and highly competitive.

Based on 3 digest summaries · Generated December 26, 2025

Capital Auto Auction DC

December 26, 2025 —

DC Area Internet Sale is scheduled for December 27, 2025, at 10:00 AM Eastern with a run list of 327 vehicles. Philadelphia Internet Sale will occur on December 27, 2025, at 4:00 PM Eastern with a run list of 159 vehicles. On December 30, 2025, the DC Area Internet Sale will take place at 10:00 AM Eastern with a run list of 1 vehicle, followed by the Philadelphia Internet Sale at 4:00 PM Eastern with a run list of 50 vehicles. On December 31, 2025, the DC Area Internet Sale is scheduled for 10:00 AM Eastern, and the Philadelphia Internet Sale will be at 2:00 PM Eastern with a run list of 60 vehicles. Regular auctions resume on January 3, 2026, with the Manchester Internet Sale at 9:00 AM Eastern, DC Area Mechanic's Sale at 9:00 AM Eastern, DC Area Internet Sale at 10:00 AM Eastern, and Philadelphia Internet Sale at 4:00 PM Eastern. Subsequent auctions include DC Area Internet Sales on January 6 and 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern, and Philadelphia Internet Sales on the same days at 4:00 PM and 2:00 PM Eastern, respectively. On January 10, 2026, the DC Area Mechanic's Sale is at 9:00 AM Eastern, DC Area Internet Sale at 10:00 AM Eastern, and Philadelphia Internet Sale at 4:00 PM Eastern.

Tidewater Auctions

December 26, 2025 —

Tidewater Auctions is holding a HUD sale at 5101 60th Avenue, Hyattsville, MD 20781 on December 30, 2025, at 11:30 AM with a deposit of $45,000. Another HUD sale is scheduled at 2606 Felter Lane, Bowie, MD 20715 on December 30, 2025, at 11:30 AM with a deposit of $50,000. Additionally, a sale will occur at 3911 Donnell Dr, District Heights, MD 20747 on December 30, 2025, at 11:30 AM with a deposit of $32,000. A sale is also planned at 2404 North Capital Street NW, Washington, DC 20002 on January 2, 2026, at 11:00 AM with a deposit of $45,000.

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December 26, 2025 —

Alex Lyon and Son is holding a timed auction in Greenwich, New York, ending on December 28, 2025, from 10:00am ET. Prime Medical Auctions is conducting a December Mixed Medical Auction in Aldershot, Hampshire, ending on December 28, 2025, from 5:00pm GMT. Thomas Hirchak Company is auctioning a 2018 Atlas Copco Diesel Generator in Morrisville, Vermont, ending on December 29, 2025, from 11:00am ET. Land of Land, Inc is hosting two auctions in Swedesboro, New Jersey, both ending on December 29, 2025, from 12:01pm ET. Ace Auctioneer & Estate Services is auctioning reefer trucks, equipment, and resale retail goods in Pahrump, Nevada, ending on December 29, 2025, from 2:00pm PT. Brolyn Auctions is holding an RV and Home Component Collective auction in Elkhart, Indiana, ending on December 30, 2025, from 10:00am ET. BTM Industrial Auctions & Liquidations is conducting multiple auctions in Muskegon, Michigan, ending on December 30, 2025, at various times. Fastline Auction, LLC is hosting an auction in multiple locations in Kentucky, ending on December 30, 2025, from 11:00am ET. Erkelens & Olson Auctioneers is holding a pallet auction in Salt Lake City, Utah, ending on December 30, 2025, from 9:00am MT. Heritage Global Partners is conducting a Year End Warehouse Sale featuring BioPharma Lab Equipment in San Diego, California, ending on December 30, 2025, from 10:00am PT. Brolyn Auctions is hosting a Support Equipment, Electrical, and MRO Collective auction in Elkhart, Indiana, ending on December 31, 2025, from 10:00am ET. Fastline Auction, LLC is holding a Buy Now auction in Buckner, Kentucky, ending on December 31, 2025, from 11:55pm ET. Iron Hunt Inc is conducting a Nationwide Heavy Equipment Auction in Easley, South Carolina, ending on January 1, 2026, from 2:00pm ET. Ace Auctioneer & Estate Services is hosting a New Year's Day Car Parts, Toys, and Models auction in North Las Vegas, Nevada, ending on January 1, 2026, from 2:00pm PT. Eddisons is auctioning the contents of a small office in Faversham, ending on January 2, 2026, from 10:00am GMT. NCM Auctions is conducting a no-reserve auction of the entire contents of a house in Doncaster, ending on January 2, 2026, from 11:00am GMT. Martin's Auction Service is holding a Trucks & Trailers auction in Greencastle, Pennsylvania, starting on December 30, 2025, at 10:00am ET. Bright Star Auctions is hosting an IronRing auction in Indiana, starting on December 31, 2025, at 9:00am ET. DC Auctions is conducting a New Year New Gear Auction in Kansas City, Missouri, starting on January 6, 2026, at 9:00am CT. Myron Bowling Auctioneers is holding a Caldera Manufacturing auction in Tulsa, Oklahoma, starting on January 8, 2026, at 9:00am CT.