Presenting. .. .a rare opportunity to become a part of the history of Maryland's Eastern Shore as the new owner of this historic property. The residence offers a great combination of traditional charm and modern amenities with 3000+ sq feet of living space and multiple outbuildings on a large lot conveniently located just outside of Salisbury. The original part of the home was constructed in the mid-19th century when the property was part of a 1000+ acre farm owned by one of the Eastern Shore's founding agricultural families. The present day 2+ acre lot offers plenty of space for gardening and other outdoor activities as well as a large 3 bay garage with work space, 30 x 60 pole barn w/ electric and 3 additional outbuildings. The in-ground pool (w/ new liner and pump) is situated in the middle of a large concrete deck surrounded by fencing. Also found in the pool area; a new hot tub and a lovely koi pond, all of which create the perfect setting for outdoor fun and relaxation. Inside the spacious residence you will find 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths including a main level suite with full bath and walk in closet just off the back living room, this addition to the original structure was added in 2003 and provides the perfect arrangement for an in-law suite. The original cooking fireplace features a segmental-arched firebox opening and corbelled shoulders. This kitchen fireplace is no longer in use, but serves as a great decorative element and shares space with the otherwise updated kitchen. Other classic features within the home include pine flooring, corner block moldings, exposed beams, 2 wood burning fireplaces, and knotty pine paneling. The exterior features classic design elements including corner pilasters and corniced widow moldings in keeping with the federal style architecture popular at the time of construction. The home is included in the 2008 book: At The Crossroads, the Architectural History of Wicomico County, MD and is on the MD Historic Register. No historic easements apply as it is not currently a designated site or structure.
Single-familyProperty Type
1850Year Built
2.02 acresLot Size
$129Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Sally Todd Stout• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty - OP
•410-208-3500 (broker)
•oceanpines@penfedrealty.com (broker)
Bought with Mrs. Lauren Dyer• Coldwell Banker Realty
Nestled on 2+ acres, this historic 4 bdrm, 3 full bath mid-19th century home conjoins antique charm w/ 21st century amenities. Named 'Contentment' & listed on the MD Historic Register, this Federal style residence offers beautiful pine flooring, corner block molding and the original cooking fireplace. Modern features include an in-ground pool, hot tub, 3 car garage, 30 x 60 outbldg, 12 x 21.6 screened porch & in ground irrigation. The character & convenience of this unique home make it the perfect place to create memories for years to come. Home doesn't fall under local county historic commission review because it isn't a locally designated historic structure. No restrictions regarding improvements/updates. Septic approved for 6 full time residents.
Public Records
Nov 29, 1978
Sold
$69,000
$21/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,049 (+4.5%)
$52,600 + $300,900
$353,500
2024
$2,918 (+35.9%)
2023
$2,148 (+2.4%)
2022
$2,097 (+5.1%)
$46,600 + $227,800
$274,400
2021
$1,996 (+4.5%)
2020
$1,910 (+1.0%)
2019
$1,892 (+2.0%)
$42,600 + $136,800
$179,400
2018
$1,854 (+2.6%)
2017
$1,808 (−1.0%)
$42,600 + $123,600
$166,200
2016
$1,827 (−1.9%)
$42,600 + $123,600
$166,200
2015
$1,863 (+4.0%)
$42,600 + $127,000
$169,600
2014
$1,791 (+23.4%)
2012
$1,451 (+11.0%)
2011
$1,307
2010
$1,307 (+16.5%)
2009
$1,122
Tax history for 7180 Rockawalkin Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,049 (+4.5%)
$52,600 + $300,900
$353,500
2024
$2,918 (+35.9%)
2023
$2,148 (+2.4%)
2022
$2,097 (+5.1%)
$46,600 + $227,800
$274,400
2021
$1,996 (+4.5%)
2020
$1,910 (+1.0%)
2019
$1,892 (+2.0%)
$42,600 + $136,800
$179,400
2018
$1,854 (+2.6%)
2017
$1,808 (−1.0%)
$42,600 + $123,600
$166,200
2016
$1,827 (−1.9%)
$42,600 + $123,600
$166,200
2015
$1,863 (+4.0%)
$42,600 + $127,000
$169,600
2014
$1,791 (+23.4%)
2012
$1,451 (+11.0%)
2011
$1,307
2010
$1,307 (+16.5%)
2009
$1,122
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.07 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,340
Year built
1850
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Wicomico County
APN
15 009977
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
A - 1
Agriculture-Rural District
The purpose of the A-1 Agriculture-Rural District is to preserve areas of the County that are predominantly agricultural and to maintain the land base necessary for sustainable agricultural activity.; This district is designed to protect agriculture from incompatible residential, commercial and industrial development.; Where low-intensity residential development is allowed in the Agriculture-Rural District, density and design standards shall ensure natural resource protection and preservation of rural character.; This district shall be characterized by a mix of agricultural activities, farms and farmland, forests, open spaces and low intensity residential development or small cluster developments with significant associated open spaces.