does anyone have any info on how exactly to get the list of upcoming auctions for town of Brookhaven or Huntington? I have called everwhere and haven't had any luck. Also have been told that you need to pay for it by some people and others say its free.
@Thomas Di Gennaro For Town of Brookhaven and Town of Huntington, the key is knowing where to look since it’s a mix of public info and some legwork. Here’s what’s worked for me:
For Brookhaven, start with the official town website (brookhavenny.gov). They don’t always post a flashy “Upcoming Auctions” banner, but check the “News” or “Public Notices” sections—sometimes surplus or impound auctions (like vehicles) get announced there. The real goldmine, though, is calling their Call Center at 631-451-TOWN (8696). Ask for the General Services or Highway Department; they handle stuff like impounded cars or equipment auctions. I’ve found staff will point you to Auctions International (auctionsinternational.com), where Brookhaven often lists surplus sales—think dirt bikes, trucks, etc. It’s free to browse, but you register to bid.
For Huntington, it’s similar. Their site (huntingtonny.gov) under “Departments” (like Purchasing or General Services) occasionally lists surplus auctions. They also use Auctions International a lot—search “Town of Huntington” there, and you’ll see past and upcoming sales (e.g., fleet vehicles). Call 631-351-3000 and ask for Purchasing—they’ll confirm what’s current or direct you to the auction platform.
Now, foreclosure auctions are a different beast for both towns. These happen through Suffolk County Supreme Court, not the towns directly. Go to nycourts.gov, hit “E-Courts,” then “WebCivil Supreme,” and search the auction calendar by town (Brookhaven’s at 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville; Huntington’s at 100 Main St, Huntington). Referees schedule these, so the list updates daily and it’s free—no subscription nonsense. The catch? It’s only what’s been filed with the court, so last-minute changes happen.