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East Stroudsburg Borough

Address

24 Analomink Street
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
United States

Email
danielle.decker@eaststroudsburgboro.org
Tax Rate
9.15 mills

East Stroudsburg Borough is a vibrant, historically rooted municipality in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, nestled in the Pocono Mountains and directly adjacent to its sister borough, Stroudsburg. Though often paired with Stroudsburg in regional identity, East Stroudsburg has its own distinct character—shaped by education, transportation, and a rich colonial past.


🏘️ Borough Snapshot

  • Founded: Originally settled in 1737 as Dansbury, renamed East Stroudsburg in 1856 with the arrival of the railroad
  • Area: ~2.86 square miles (7.41 km²)
  • Population: ~9,847 (2020 Census)
  • Elevation: ~466 feet (142 m)
  • ZIP Codes: 18301–18302
  • School District: East Stroudsburg Area School District

🏛️ Civic & Cultural Features

  • East Stroudsburg University (ESU): A major regional institution that fuels the borough’s youthful energy, cultural diversity, and economic activity
  • Historic Downtown: Lined with shops, restaurants, and cultural venues, including restored Victorian buildings and the former Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad station
  • Community Events: Includes “Music on Mondays,” senior expos, and seasonal festivals hosted by the borough and local organizations

🚉 Transportation & Infrastructure

  • Rail Legacy: The borough’s growth was catalyzed by the 1856 arrival of the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad
  • Highways: Served by Route 209 and close to I-80, making it a key transit point between New York City and the Poconos
  • Walkability: Compact layout with pedestrian-friendly streets and public parks

🏞️ Regional Identity

East Stroudsburg is often seen as the educational and cultural anchor of Monroe County. Its blend of historic charm, university life, and proximity to outdoor recreation makes it a dynamic hub for both residents and visitors. The borough’s evolution—from colonial outpost to railroad town to college borough—reflects the layered history of the Pocono region.

Short Term Rental Information

The Borough of East Stroudsburg enacted a short term rental ordinance in 2021.  The ordinance requires licensing and a list of requirements including the use of a private trash hauler.  Zoning regulations limit the licenses to Commercial and Industrial areas, properties in residential areas will need a variance.  Details can be found in the East Stroudsburg STR Ordinance.  See permit application below.

East Stroudsburg News

About This Property. Welcome to this wonderful 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with a garage, located in the desirable East Stroudsburg, PA.

This vacant residential 0.25-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA could be the ideal location for your dream home.

522 Sioux Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 is a single family home listed for sale at $6500. This is a 0-bed, 0-bath property.

For Sale: $6500 ($26000/Acre) - 522 Sioux Dr, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302, 0 Acre land, with an estimated value of $7421.

See photos, floor plans and more details about 42 Borough St in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Visit Rent. now for rental rates and other ...

For Sale: $199950 ($200/Sqft), $326/month HOA - 71 Arrowwood Dr, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 is a 2 bed, 2 bath, 1000 Sqft, 2178 sqft lot, ...

Listing #PM-110239 - 71 Arrowwood Drive East Stroudsburg, PA. Search homes for sale, get school district and neighborhood info for East ...

Pennsylvania Communication Association

Two East Stroudsburg University graduate students studying communication presented their research at the 83rd Convention of the Pennsylvania Communication Association. The convention took place September 29-30 at Slippery Rock University.

265 Rown Rd Townhome for rent in East Stroudsburg, PA. View prices, photos, virtual tours, floor plans, amenities, pet policies, rent specials, ...

Discover 5 parks within 10 miles, including Pinebrook Park, Alpine Mountain, and Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm. Airports. Living in Monroe ...

Pocono Plaza is 0.8 miles away, and Monroe Plaza is within a 14 minutes walk. Parks and Recreation. Recreational activities near 118 S Courtland St ...

For Rent: $1300 ($-/Sqft) - 106 Madison St #G1, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 is a 2 bed, 1 bath,, sqft lot, Apartment built in null, ...

About This Property. Newly renovated, cozy (535 sq feet), 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom house in East Stroudsburg. Amenities included: central air, ...

For Rent: $3500 ($2/Sqft) - 265 R Own Rd #GUEST, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 is a 4 bed, 3 bath, 2200 Sqft, sqft lot, Apartment built in null, ...

4217 Kenwood Terrace, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 is a single family home listed for sale at $370000. This is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 2085 sqft property.

Listing #PM-110176 - 112 Wheat Lane East Stroudsburg, PA. Search homes for sale, get school district and neighborhood info for East Stroudsburg, ...

October is Tackling Hunger Month and one out of four kids in our region are at risk for not having enough food to eat. Thanks to a new partnership with a Pennsylvania nonprofit, teachers at a high school in Pike County no longer have to worry about their students going hungry.

It’s delivery day at East Stroudsburg High School North. Teachers and students are busy unloading food from CHOP which stands for Child Hunger Outreach Partners.

Not all features are available in every rental home. Prices and availability are subject to change. Rent is based on monthly frequency. Additional ...

Listing #PM-110161 - 12044 Maplewood Drive East Stroudsburg, PA. Search homes for sale, get school district and neighborhood info for East ...

Landscape Nursery for Sale Established nursery with acreage for sale This sale includes 2 rental apartments, a salon, as well as the garden center ...

Listing #PM-110147 - 267 Remington Road East Stroudsburg, PA. Search homes for sale, get school district and neighborhood info for East ...

An innovative partnership between two area community colleges and two regional universities will keep students on a pathway to a college degree with a variety of transfer agreements that will benefit students whose journey to higher education may have been interrupted.

Entitled “It’s Not Over,” this pilot project brings together Lehigh Carbon Community College, Northampton Community College, Kutztown University and East Stroudsburg University to create opportunities for students seeking an associate degree and ultimately a bachelor’s degree.

113 Tulip Lane, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 is a single family home listed for sale at $299900. This is a 2-bed, 1.5-bath, 1320 sqft property.

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