If the property tax is not paid, then delinquent real property shall be sold at the regular tax sale for the payment of the tax, interest and penalties in the manner provided by law for selling property for the nonpayment of general taxes. The board may purchase in the name of the district any property which may be sold for delinquent taxes within the boundaries of the district and the board may take title to the lands in the name of the district and sell and convey the lands at a price not less than the tax, penalties and interest accrued thereon. Delinquent personal property shall be distrained and sold as provided by law.