Welcome to a rare and remarkable opportunity to craft your custom waterfront sanctuary on Maryland’s treasured Eastern Shore. This expansive 4.5-acre lot boasts sweeping, panoramic views of the Chesapeake Bay, with a fully rip-rapped shoreline that offers both beauty and peace of mind. Whether you envision a modern architectural masterpiece or a timeless coastal retreat, this property provides the perfect canvas for bringing your vision to life. Imagine relaxing on your porch or pool deck, watching the sun melt into the Bay with brilliant colors dancing across the sky—every evening offering a private, front-row seat to nature’s most stunning show. With sunsets that are nothing short of breathtaking year-round, this setting promises serenity, inspiration, and a lifestyle rooted in the rhythms of the water. Tucked away for ultimate privacy and tranquility, yet just minutes from the vibrant waterfront town of Rock Hall and the historic charm of Chestertown, you’ll enjoy the best of both worlds—seclusion without sacrificing convenience. Whether you’re seeking a weekend escape, a legacy property to enjoy for generations, or your forever dream home, this is the place where waterfront living becomes a reality. If you’ve been searching for the perfect spot to build something truly special, a place where every detail is your own, and every view is unforgettable—look no further. This is more than a property—it’s a promise of the lifestyle you’ve been waiting for.
Vacant landProperty Type
4.59 acresLot Size
$72,008Price/Acres
Listed by Liddy Campbell• TTR Sotheby's International Realty
4+ acre lot with pond, mostly open fields with some woods & spectacular sunsets over the bay. Located close to Rock Hall and it's many marinas and restaurants. Exact acreage unknown.
BRIGHT MLS #MDKE114838
May 24, 2023
Listing Removed
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May 8, 2023
Price Changed
$350,000
Oct 1, 2022
Listing Removed
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Apr 1, 2019
Listed
$425,000
BRIGHT MLS #MDKE117244
Feb 6, 2023
Listing Removed
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Oct 16, 2022
Listing Removed
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Apr 16, 2022
Listing Removed
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Dec 8, 2021
Listing Removed
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Oct 18, 2021
Listing Removed
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Feb 11, 2021
Price Changed
$350,000
Oct 22, 2020
Listed
$375,000
BRIGHT MLS #MDKE117306
May 14, 2021
Sold
$1,300,000
Mar 26, 2021
Pending
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Oct 20, 2020
Listed
$1,700,000
BRIGHT MLS #MDKE117298
May 14, 2021
Sold
$1,300,000
Mar 26, 2021
Pending
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Oct 20, 2020
Listed
$1,700,000
BRIGHT MLS #MDKE114828
Dec 18, 2019
Sold
$450,000
Dec 11, 2019
Listing Removed
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Jul 1, 2019
Price Changed
$495,000
Mar 30, 2019
Listed
$595,000
BRIGHT MLS #1000432806
Apr 19, 2019
Listing Removed
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Aug 28, 2018
Price Changed
$219,900
Apr 23, 2018
Listed
$239,900
BRIGHT MLS #1000433120
Apr 19, 2019
Listing Removed
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Aug 28, 2018
Price Changed
$229,900
Apr 23, 2018
Listed
$249,900
BRIGHT MLS #1000083651
Mar 26, 2019
Listing Removed
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Aug 28, 2018
Price Changed
$595,000
Mar 28, 2016
Listed
$650,000
BRIGHT MLS #1000083849
Feb 1, 2019
Listing Removed
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Jan 31, 2017
Listed
$425,000
BRIGHT MLS #1004148103
Nov 19, 2018
Listing Removed
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Nov 16, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Nov 15, 2017
Listed
$399,000
BRIGHT MLS #1007223286
Mar 29, 2017
Listing Removed
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Mar 28, 2016
Listed
$295,000
BRIGHT MLS #1008155884
Feb 9, 2017
Listing Removed
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Mar 28, 2016
Listed
$195,000
BRIGHT MLS #1006572192
Jul 14, 2009
Listing Removed
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Jul 13, 2009
Listed
$600,000
Public Records
Apr 5, 2004
Sold
$895,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,047 (+7.7%)
2025
$4,687 (+8.3%)
2024
$4,326
2023
$4,326 (+0.9%)
$381,500
2022
$4,288
$381,500
2021
$4,288 (−0.9%)
$381,500
2020
$4,326
$381,500
2019
$4,326
$381,500
2018
$4,326
$381,500
2017
$4,326 (−2.0%)
$381,500
2015
$4,416
$389,500
2014
$4,417 (−3.9%)
2013
$4,598
2012
$4,598 (−27.2%)
2011
$6,315
2010
2009
$4,953
Tax history for Swan Creek Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,047 (+7.7%)
2025
$4,687 (+8.3%)
2024
$4,326
2023
$4,326 (+0.9%)
$381,500
2022
$4,288
$381,500
2021
$4,288 (−0.9%)
$381,500
2020
$4,326
$381,500
2019
$4,326
$381,500
2018
$4,326
$381,500
2017
$4,326 (−2.0%)
$381,500
2015
$4,416
$389,500
2014
$4,417 (−3.9%)
2013
$4,598
2012
$4,598 (−27.2%)
2011
$6,315
2010
2009
$4,953
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4.31 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Kent County
APN
05 024064
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Virtual Tour
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Lot Information
Lot Features: Partly Wooded, Pond, Rip-Rapped
Navigable Water
Has Water View
Water Frontage In Feet: 200
Tidal Water: Yes
Land Information
Current Use: Land/Lot Only
Possible Use: Residential, Hunting, Land/Lot Only
Farm Information
Farm Land Preservation: No
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $5,415
Tax Assessed Value: $477,500
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $5,415
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2024
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer Septic: Site Evaluation on File
Municipal Trash: No
Location
School Information
School District Name: KENT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Take Chesapeake Country Scenic Byway/MD-20, turn right onto Reeses Corner Rd, turn slight left onto Swan Creek Rd. , continue 1.75 miles and turn right at sign. Follow gravel road . 25 miles and turn right, continue another . 25 miles and lot is on right.
Location Type: Bayfront
Waterfrontage Information
Water Access
Rip-Rap
On Waterfront
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: River
Water Body Name: Chesapeake Bay
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4.31 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Kent County
APN: 05 024064
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Rock Hall Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.2mi
8/10
Kent County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 11.4mi
3/10
Kent County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 12.0mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
75% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Rock Hall, MD • 21661
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Rock Hall. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.1 hrs
6.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$314,000 – $381,000
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