Sale of Real Property - 9 Red Lion Road

The Township of Southampton, located in Burlington County, State of New Jersey, has initiated a public sale of real property identified as Block 2201, Lot 10, commonly known as 9 Red Lion Road. This 2.28 +/- acre parcel, zoned Highway Commercial (HC), is being offered for sale by sealed bid pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:12-13. The municipality acquired this property through an In Rem Tax Foreclosure, recorded on June 23, 2025, and has determined it is no longer needed for public use. The primary objective of this sale, authorized by Resolution 2026-58, is to facilitate the property's transition back into productive private ownership, thereby contributing to the local tax base and economic activity within Southampton Township. The sale is structured to ensure transparency and compliance with state regulations for municipal property dispositions. Prospective bidders should be aware that the property is being sold strictly "AS IS, WHERE IS," with the Township explicitly disclaiming any representations or warranties regarding its current condition, environmental status, or suitability for any specific purpose. Purchasers are solely responsible for conducting their due diligence, including verifying any potential wetlands and buffer areas on the site prior to commencing any development activities. Furthermore, any future use or development of the property must strictly adhere to all applicable Southampton Township land use ordinances and zoning regulations for Highway Commercial (HC) districts. While no specific contractor licenses or mandatory pre-bid meetings are listed, bidders are expected to possess the financial capacity and understanding of real estate acquisition processes to fulfill the terms of sale. The minimum acceptable bid price for this valuable commercial parcel has been set at $180,000.00. Sealed bids are to be submitted to the Southampton Township Municipal Clerk's Office, located at 5 Retreat Road, Southampton, New Jersey. The deadline for bid submission and public opening is June 11, 2026, at 10:00 A.M., at which time all received bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. A mandatory deposit, payable by cash, certified check, or bank treasurer's check (with checks preferred), must accompany each bid. This deposit must be equal to ten percent (10%) of the total bid amount or $20,000.00, whichever figure is less. The deposit submitted by the successful bidder will become non-refundable upon the Township Committee's formal acceptance of the bid. The sale is subject to final approval by the Township Committee within forty-five (45) days following the bid opening, and the Township reserves the absolute right to reject any and all bids. The successful bidder will receive title by fee simple deed, with closing required within forty-five (45) days after the execution of the contract, and will be responsible for all property taxes from the date of closing. For submission inquiries, the Municipal Clerk's Office serves as the primary contact point.