Date
Details
Price
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Source
2/26/2026
Listed
$1,250,000
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MLS
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Property Description
This spectacular waterfront retreat offers over 3,500 square feet of living space on 0.76 acres, ideally located within the town limits of Rock Hall. With five bedrooms and four and a half baths, there is abundant space for family, guests, and effortless entertaining. The ground level welcomes you with a spacious game room, Den/sitting area, exercise space, and an oversized two-car garage. A split-level entry foyer leads to the main living area, where an open-concept layout seamlessly connects the living and dining rooms. The expansive kitchen is designed for both function and gathering, featuring generous cabinetry and ample countertop space. Just off the kitchen, the family room opens to a screened porch-perfect for enjoying cool breezes and waterfront views. A deck spanning the width of the home provides additional outdoor living space. An office and full bath complete this level. An elevator provides easy access to the upper floors. Level three showcases a spacious primary suite with stunning creek views and abundant wildlife, along with two additional bedrooms and a full bath. The fourth level offers two more bedrooms and another full bath, creating flexible accommodations for guests or multi-generational living. Every bedroom and living space in the home enjoys water views. For car collectors and hobbyists, the property features a total of four garage spaces, offering exceptional storage for vehicles, boats, and recreational toys. This is a rare opportunity to own a spacious waterfront home with panoramic views, versatile living areas, and in-town convenience.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5979 Lawton Ave
General
- Price: $1,250,000
- Taxes: $7,795 (2025)
- Status: Coming Soon
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: MDKE2006146
- Updated: 2/26/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
- Expected Market Date: 3/5/2026
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 17
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Den, Foyer, Exercise Room, Office, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
- Interior Features: Carpet, Combination Dining/Living, Elevator, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Store/Office, Stove - Wood, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 3
- Upper - Full Baths: 3
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 5
- Bedrooms-Up2: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Floor, Has Laundry
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Exterior Cameras, Smoke Detector
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Boat Storage, Exterior Lighting, Outbuilding(s), Secure Storage
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Porch(es), Screened, Enclosed
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Total Spaces: 8
- Parking Features: Gravel Driveway
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry, Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Location
- Municipality: Rock Hall
- County: KENT
- Subdivision: TOWN OF ROCK HALL
- Driving Directions: Rt. 20 into Rock Hall. Turn right at the end of Rt. 20 onto Lawton Ave. Take the private road on right. Last driveway on the private road.
- Location Details: Creek/Stream
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Kent County Public Schools
- Elementary School: Rock Hall
- Middle School: Kent County
- High School: Kent County
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Other
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Electric, Propane - Leased, Wood
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Propane, Cable TV Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Coastal, Traditional
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Frame, Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab, Concrete Perimeter
- Windows: Double Hung, Screens, Skylights
- Elevator(s ): 1
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 4,577
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 3,527 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 3,527 Sq. Ft.
- Unfin. Above Grnd: 1,050 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1994
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Very Good
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Garage(s)
Lot Features
- Property View: Creek/Stream, Water, Scenic Vista
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.76
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 33,207
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 100 x 347
- Frontage Feet: 100
- Street/Road Desc.: Gravel
- Zoning: MREC
- Lot Description: Stream/Creek
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Navigable Water: Yes
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Access Desc: Private Access, Canoe/Kayak, Boat - Powered
- Water Front Type: Cove
- Water Front Name: Haven Creek
- Dock/Slip Conveys: Yes
- Docks: 1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $354.41
- Assessment Year: 2026
- City/TownTax: $1,956
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $5,838
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $550,067
- Tax Amount: $7,795
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2712
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 1
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Schools
Schools serving 5979 Lawton Ave
School District:Kent County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Rock Hall Elementary School 21203 West Sharp Street, Rock Hall, MD 21661 | PK-5 | 1.2 mi |
Kent County Middle School 402 East Campus Avenue, Chestertown, MD 21620 | 6-8 | 11.7 mi |
Kent County High School 25301 Lambs Meadow Road, Worton, MD 21678 | 9-12 | 13.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5979 Lawton Ave
Tax History
Tax History for 5979 Lawton Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$7,680
5%
$514,833
7%
2024
$7,309
3%
$479,600
1%
2023
$7,107
—
$476,067
1%
2022
$7,107
3%
$472,533
1%
2020
$6,892
2%
$469,000
1%
2019
$6,757
—
$464,700
—
2018
$6,757
—
$464,700
—
2017
$6,757
316%
$464,700
-8%
2016
$1,624
-78%
$507,600
—
2015
$7,380
107%
$507,600
—
2014
$3,566
—
$507,600
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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5979 Lawton Avenue, Rock Hall, MD 21661 (MLS# MDKE2006146) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 5979 Lawton Avenue is currently listed for $1,250,000 and was received on February 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 5979 Lawton Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Rock Hall? You can browse all Rock Hall real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.