When a property is sold at a Volusia County tax sale for more than the delinquent taxes, penalties, and costs owed, the leftover money (called excess funds, surplus funds, or overage) is held in escrow by the Clerk of the Circuit Court. Under Fla. Stat. ยง 197.582, that money legally belongs to the former owner (or their heirs and certain lienholders), not the county and not the tax-sale buyer. Below is every record from the county's current published list.
Volusia County excess funds list (July 19, 2026)
| Former owner | Overage owed | Parcel / Map # | Sale date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patrick Monroe Stephens | $51,198.66 | 6912-20 | Jul 12, 2023 | Unclaimed |
| E A Nyman | $15,966.70 | 2851-20 | Apr 11, 2024 | Unclaimed |
| Gilda V Salciccia | $11,169.57 | 1165-21 | Oct 25, 2024 | Unclaimed |
| Priscilla Deutch | $8,700.55 | 1004-20 | Oct 4, 2023 | Unclaimed |
| Stanley J Przasnyski/Geneviene Przasnyski | $7,403.53 | 2936-16 | May 9, 2024 | Unclaimed |
| Ethel L Mcfarland | $6,027.30 | 14969-16 | Jul 26, 2023 | Unclaimed |
| Mary Esther Dorn | $5,289.54 | 11202-20 | Nov 2, 2023 | Unclaimed |
| Louanna Walb/David Merkling/Roy Merkling Jr | $4,261.97 | 10383-20 | Aug 9, 2023 | Unclaimed |
| Ruby F Geeting | $3,522.35 | 2993-20 | Sep 20, 2023 | Unclaimed |
| Maria E Edwards Bair Trustee Of The Maria E Edwards Bair Revocable Trust / Any Successor Trustee Of The Maria E Edwards Bair Revocable Trust | $3,470.82 | 9682-17 | May 22, 2024 | Unclaimed |
| Armando B Clemente/Marisela Clemente | $1,635.22 | 525-17 | Aug 14, 2024 | Unclaimed |
| Estate Of Evelyn Wolford C/O Larry Wolford | $1,225.79 | 9070-17 | May 9, 2024 | Unclaimed |
| Conrad Vuurmans | $965.69 | 14160-18 | Jul 17, 2024 | Unclaimed |
| Beverly A Mock | $898.92 | 13800-18 | Jun 25, 2024 | Unclaimed |
| Maria E Edwards Bair / Maria E Edwards Bair Trustee Or Any Successor Trustee Of The Maria E Edwards Bair Revocable Trust | $726.19 | 9683-17 | Sep 25, 2024 | Unclaimed |
| Leo J Ceccarelli As Trustee Of The Leo J Ceccarelli Trust | $701.32 | 13891-17 | Dec 6, 2024 | Unclaimed |
| Robert Fukal/Estate Of Betty Fukal Aka Betty Blanche Fukal | $650.00 | 5530-18 | May 9, 2024 | Unclaimed |
| Olga Ponce | $515.53 | 511-18 | Apr 10, 2024 | Unclaimed |
| Estate Of Ted Brousseau Jr Aka Theodore Henry Brousseau Aka Theodore Henry Brousseau Jr/Theodore Henry Brousseau Est Aka Ted Henry Brousseau Jr Aka Theodore Henry Brousseau Jr | $422.05 | 3414-20 | Aug 23, 2023 | Unclaimed |
| Roger Dean Tolley/Virginia Gayle Tolley | $202.74 | 9739-17 | Nov 21, 2024 | Unclaimed |
| Rodrigue Carasco | $138.70 | 2023-19 | Dec 15, 2023 | Unclaimed |
Source: Clerk of the Circuit Court published list. Amounts are the county-published surplus at time of sale; balances change as claims are paid. Verify current status with the county before filing.
How to claim excess funds in Volusia County
- Confirm you are on the list. Find your name (or the prior owner's, if you are an heir) in the table above and note the parcel and sale date.
- Write your claim. Prepare a written statement of the basis of your claim: that you were the owner at the time of sale (or an heir or lienholder with a recorded interest).
- Sign and notarize it, and gather a valid government-issued photo ID plus supporting documents (warranty deed, security deed, assignments, power of attorney).
- Submit to the Clerk of the Circuit Court at Volusia County Clerk of the Circuit Court, 101 N. Alabama Ave, DeLand, FL 32724.
- Respond to any follow-up. Claims are reviewed by counsel; you may be asked for additional documentation before disbursement.
Do it yourself, or get help?
Most straightforward owner claims can be filed directly with the county for free, and you never have to pay anyone to get your own money. For estates, tangled liens, out-of-state heirs, or interpleader cases, some people prefer a surplus-recovery specialist or attorney who handles the paperwork for a fee (commonly 10% to 30%).
Frequently asked questions
Are there really unclaimed surplus funds in Volusia County, Florida?
Yes. As of July 19, 2026, the published excess funds list for Volusia County shows 21 tax-sale surplus records totaling $125,093.14, of which about $125,093.14 across 21 records is still unclaimed. Surplus (excess) funds are created when a property sells at a tax sale for more than the taxes and costs owed; the difference legally belongs to the former owner or their heirs.
How do I claim excess funds from a Volusia County tax sale?
Request the claim form from the Clerk of the Circuit Court. Submit a written, signed, and notarized claim to the Clerk of the Circuit Court stating the basis of your claim, along with a valid photo ID, at Volusia County Clerk of the Circuit Court, 101 N. Alabama Ave, DeLand, FL 32724. Include supporting documents such as deeds, assignments, or powers of attorney.
How long do I have to claim surplus funds in Florida?
In Florida, tax-deed surplus is held by the Clerk of the Circuit Court, which notifies parties of interest. Unclaimed surplus is later reported to the Florida Department of Financial Services as unclaimed property, so it is important to claim promptly.
Do I have to pay a recovery company to claim my money?
No. You can file a claim directly with the county for free. Recovery firms and attorneys can handle the paperwork for a fee (commonly 10% to 30%), which some owners prefer for estate, lien, or interpleader situations, but it is never required.
What does "interpleader filed" mean on the list?
When there are competing or conflicting claims, the county may file an interpleader action with the court, and a judge decides how the funds are distributed. Reasonable attorney fees and court costs are paid from the excess funds first.
Disclaimer: This page is for informational purposes only and is not legal or financial advice. Records are compiled from publicly available Clerk of the Circuit Court filings and may be out of date; balances change as claims are processed. Always verify current status directly with the county. We are a data service and do not file claims, represent claimants, or collect funds.