Eviction can be a traumatic experience, particularly if you feel it was done unfairly or you’ve since improved your financial or legal situation. If you’re wondering whether you can get your house back after an eviction in Pennsylvania, the answer is: it depends on several factors. At Tadross Law, we assist Pennsylvania residents in understanding their legal rights and potential remedies following an eviction.

When Can You Regain Possession of Your Home?

Once you’ve been lawfully evicted and your landlord has regained possession of the property, getting the home back is not simple—but it may still be possible under certain circumstances:

1. Unlawful or Improper Eviction

If the eviction was executed without following proper legal procedures, such as failing to provide adequate notice or not obtaining a court order, it might be considered illegal. In such cases, you may be able to petition the court to reverse the eviction or even sue for damages.

2. Appealing the Eviction

If you acted quickly after the eviction and filed an appeal, the court might delay or overturn the order, allowing you to regain possession. However, appeals must be filed within a specific time frame—typically 10 days after the judgment in Pennsylvania.

3. Redeeming the Property (in Case of Foreclosure)

If the eviction was due to a foreclosure and you were the former homeowner, Pennsylvania law does not allow for a general right of redemption after the sheriff's sale. However, there may be specific exceptions (such as in tax sales) where redemption is permitted within a short window of time.

4. Negotiating with the New Occupants or Owners

In some cases, especially if the property remains vacant or has been sold to a new owner, you may be able to negotiate a rental agreement or even a buy-back arrangement—though this is purely a matter of negotiation and not a legal right.



Know Your Rights and Act Quickly

Timing is critical. If you believe your eviction was unlawful, or if you have new grounds to contest it (such as disability, discrimination, or financial hardship), you must act immediately. Courts are less likely to reverse an eviction after significant time has passed, especially if the landlord has already leased the property to someone else.

How Tadross Law Can Help

At Tadross Law, we help clients across Pennsylvania evaluate their options after eviction. Whether you want to challenge the legality of your eviction, appeal a judgment, or explore your rights under foreclosure and tax sale laws, our legal team can guide you through every step.