$407,500
SOLD JAN 16, 2026

5697 Walnut St Rock Hall, MD 21661

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,774 Sq Ft
13,939 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$230 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

66 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • No HOA
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Water Fountains
  • Upgraded Countertops

About This Home

As of January 2026

Fully furnished! Adorable rancher in a PRIME location in Rock Hall. Just steps to the marinas, restaurants, and shops. The house has been completely remodeled. All new appliances. Large family room with a pellet stove and plenty of space for social gatherings. Nice-sized bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout. Detached garage and potting shed. Less than 1/2 mile to the public beach. Private backyard with koi pond and water feature. The current owners have their boat docked at a nearby slip, and they can see it from the property. There is no work to be done here. Just bring a suitcase and move right in!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Peter Heller

(410) 778-0330 pheller@cbchesapeake.com Coldwell Banker Chesapeake Real Estate Company Listed on: 10/09/2025

Coldwell Banker Chesapeake Real Estate Company

Last Buyer's Agent

Unrepresented

datacorrect@brightmls.com Unrepresented Buyer Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,435

Year Built

  • Built in 1960 | Remodeled in 2004

Lot Details

  • 0.32 Acre Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned MWD

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1 Level
  • Open Floorplan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Insulated Doors
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Upgraded Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Water Fountains
  • Shed

Schools

  • Rock Hall Elementary School
  • Chestertown Middle School
  • Kent County High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1505022878

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,435

Year Built

Built in 1960 | Remodeled in 2004

Lot Details

0.32 Acres

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Year Renovated: 2004
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Cooktop, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Built-In Microwave
  • Flooring Type: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Combination Dining/Living, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Floor Plan - Open
  • Window Features: Insulated, Vinyl Clad
  • Fireplace Features: Other
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Insulated
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2174
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1774
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 231.12
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1774
  • Above Grade Unfinished Sq Ft: 400
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Water Fountains
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric, Tankless
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: ROCK HALL
  • High School: KENT COUNTY
  • Middle Or Junior School: CHESTERTOWN

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.32
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 13950.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: MWD
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3435.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1505022878
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: KENT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 9, 2025
Closed on
Jan 16, 2026
Sold by
Defibaugh Darrin Dallas and Defibaugh Kelley Jane
Bought by
Johnson Lindsay Page and Johnson John H
Seller's Agent
Peter Heller
Coldwell Banker Chesapeake Real Estate Company
Buyer's Agent
Unrepresented
Unrepresented Buyer Office
List Price
$429,900
Sold Price
$407,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,400
-5.21%
Views
285

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
33.14%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 12, 2016
Closed on
Jul 7, 2017
Sold by
Howarth Arthur John
Bought by
Defibaugh Darrin Dallas and Defibaugh Kelley Jane
Seller's Agent
Cindy Genther
Rock Hall Properties Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Peter Heller
Coldwell Banker Chesapeake Real Estate Company
List Price
$259,000
Sold Price
$225,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,000
-13.13%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.21%
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 18, 2016
Sold by
Howarth Arthur John and Howarth Daphne Edmiston
Bought by
Howarth Arthur John

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 9, 2002
Sold by
Howarth John and Howarth Christine
Bought by
Howarth John

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 9, 1988
Sold by
Killian Charles R and Killian Marion J
Bought by
Howarth John and Howarth Christine

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 1986
Sold by
Weinmann Douglas W and Weinmann Carole M
Bought by
Killian Charles R and Killian Marion J
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $407,500 Community Title Network
Deed $225,000 None Available
Deed $225,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed -- --
Deed $61,000 --
Deed $44,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $180,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/16/2026 01/16/26 Sold $407,500 -0.6% $230 / Sq Ft
12/14/2025 12/14/25 Pending -- -- --
12/05/2025 12/05/25 Price Changed $410,000 -4.6% $231 / Sq Ft
10/09/2025 10/09/25 For Sale $429,900 +91.1% $242 / Sq Ft
07/07/2017 07/07/17 Sold $225,000 -8.2% $150 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/01/2017 06/01/17 Pending -- -- --
03/24/2017 03/24/17 Price Changed $245,000 -1.6% $163 / Sq Ft
10/21/2016 10/21/16 Price Changed $249,000 -2.4% $166 / Sq Ft
09/19/2016 09/19/16 Price Changed $255,000 -1.5% $170 / Sq Ft
08/12/2016 08/12/16 For Sale $259,000 -- $173 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,736 $246,767 $0 $0
2024 $3,435 $225,400 $91,800 $133,600
2023 $3,413 $223,933 $0 $0
2022 $3,346 $222,467 $0 $0
2020 $3,094 $209,900 $0 $0
2019 $2,930 $198,800 $0 $0
2018 $5,458 $187,700 $92,200 $95,500
2017 $2,603 $183,367 $0 $0
2016 -- $179,033 $0 $0
2015 $2,680 $174,700 $0 $0
2014 $2,680 $174,700 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: MDKE2005808

Bright MLS

APN: 05-022878

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