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$1,250,000$461 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $116,200 on May 10, 1991

5979 LAWTON AVE

ROCK HALL, MD 21661
3
Baths
2,712 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.76 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.1M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$116,200 · May 10, 1991

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,110 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$550,067 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$514,833
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$585,300

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.64 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.48%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyKENT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.76
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront-Not Specified
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 315 ft²Patio · 198 ft²Porch · 198 ft²Boat access

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Rock Hall Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.2 mi
M
Kent County Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 11.7 mi
H
Kent County High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.3 mi

District: Kent County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21661These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.167
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.71%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,599
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.48 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,089
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,148
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

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How this home compares

5979 Lawton Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Rock Hall
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Rock Hall
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Rock Hall
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Rock Hall
  • Newer than 71% of homes in Rock Hall

What homes are worth in Rock Hall 21661

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$136K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Rock Hall 21661.

How it measures up in Rock Hall 21661

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rock Hall 21661.

Estimated value$1,250,000
CheaperTypical $367,593Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$461
CheaperTypical $237Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area2,712 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size0.76 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 5979 Lawton Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRock HallRock Hall 21661Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,250,000almost all homes94% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$46196% of homes92% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than2,712 ft²95% of homes88% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.76 ac90% of homes68% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than199471% of homes69% of homes70% of homes

About 5979 Lawton Ave

How much is 5979 Lawton Ave, Rock Hall, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5979 Lawton Ave, Rock Hall, MD is $1,250,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,122,483 to $1,377,517. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5979 Lawton Ave, Rock Hall, MD last sell?

5979 Lawton Ave, Rock Hall, MD last sold on May 10, 1991 for $116,200, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5979 Lawton Ave, Rock Hall, MD?

5979 Lawton Ave, Rock Hall, MD has 3 bathrooms, 2,712 square feet of living space and a 0.76-acre lot.

When was 5979 Lawton Ave, Rock Hall, MD built?

5979 Lawton Ave, Rock Hall, MD was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5979 Lawton Ave, Rock Hall, MD?

5979 Lawton Ave, Rock Hall, MD is assigned to Rock Hall Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Kent County Middle School (middle), rated D; Kent County High School (high), rated C. All sit in Kent County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5979 Lawton Ave, Rock Hall, MD compare to other homes in Rock Hall 21661?

Among the 1,675 homes in Rock Hall 21661, it is worth more than 94% of them ($1,250,000 against a typical $367,593), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($461 against a typical $237), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,712 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (0.76 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1994 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 95% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5979 Lawton Ave, Rock Hall, MD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5979 Lawton Ave, Rock Hall, MD was $8,110. The county assessed it at $550,067.

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