Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of MARGARET FINK, late of Kunkletown, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Eldred Township
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Address
490 Kunkletown Rd.
PO Box 600
Kunkletown, PA 18058
United States
Email
a.velopolcek@eldredtwp.org
Phone
Fax
School District
Tax Rate
2.46 mills
Eldred Township is a quiet, rural gem tucked into the western edge of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, where the Pocono foothills meet the Lehigh Valley. It’s a place of winding roads, forested ridges, and deep historical roots—ideal for those drawn to natural beauty and small-community charm.
🏞️ Geographic & Civic Snapshot
- Area: ~24.5 square miles (63.5 km²), almost entirely land
- Elevation: ~919 feet (280 m)
- Population: 2,594 (2020 Census)
- Villages within: Includes Kunkletown, Fiddletown, and Smith Gap
- School District: Pleasant Valley School District
🌄 Landscape & Natural Features
- Blue Mountain: Forms the township’s dramatic southern boundary, part of the Appalachian Ridge
- Creeks: Drained by Aquashicola Creek and Buckwha Creek, flowing westward into the Lehigh River
- Outdoor Appeal: Hiking, fishing, and camping are popular, with access to nearby state parks and scenic byways
🏘️ Community Character
- Rural & Residential: A mix of farmland, forest, and low-density housing
- Historic Sites: Includes the Eldred WWII Museum and remnants of early German and Moravian settlement patterns
- Short-Term Rentals: Regulated by a 2020 ordinance; permitted only in rural resource, agricultural/residential, or commercial zones with conditional use approval
🧭 Regional Identity
Eldred Township is a place where Appalachian heritage meets Lehigh Valley tranquility. It’s less developed than eastern Monroe County, offering a slower pace and stronger connection to land and legacy. Its villages—especially Kunkletown—serve as cultural anchors, with local events and community organizations preserving the township’s character.
Short Term Rental Information
Short-term rentals are regulated in Eldred Township. A 2020 short-term rental ordinance specifies that vacation rentals cannot be located in the residential district or the industrial zoning district. Short-term rentals can be located in the following zoning districts: rural resource, agricultural/residential or a commercial. A Conditional Use Exception is required and requires a review by both the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors and are approved or denied on a case-by-case basis.
Eldred Township News
Sun, 30 Jun 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Helen Payton, late of Kunkletown, Pike County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Mon, 24 Jun 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of MARGARET FINK, late of Kunkletown, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Fri, 14 Jun 2024 00:00:00
Hale Estate Public Notice ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Bridget T. Hale, late of Eldred Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania.
This rural residential and agricultural 20-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA features ranching possibilities and includes a 1830 square ...
This rural residential and agricultural 90.82-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA features equestrian opportunities and ranching ...
Wed, 12 Jun 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of RONALD V. PRATOR, SR., late of Kunkletown, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
This vacant residential 57.65-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA could be the ideal location for your dream home.
This rural residential and agricultural 32.17-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA features equestrian opportunities and ranching ...
Fri, 07 Jun 2024 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 004531 CIVIL 2022 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, June 27, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 07 Jun 2024 00:00:00
Hale Estate Public Notice ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Bridget T. Hale, late of Eldred Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania.
Wed, 05 Jun 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of RONALD V. PRATOR, SR., late of Kunkletown, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
He was the husband of Mildred (Haydt) Green. They observed 59 years of marriage October 12. Born April 27, 1925 in Eldred Township, Monroe County, Pa.
George R. KresgeGeorge R. Kresge, 76, of Kunkletown, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2024, in the Monroe County Hospice House, East Stroudsburg, ...
MLS #, 738991 ; Days on Market, Listed Today ; Taxes, $1,430 / year ; HOA Fees, - ; Condo/Co-op Fees, -.
George R. Kresge, 76, of Kunkletown, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2024, at Monroe County Hospice House in East Stroudsburg, surrounded by his ...
Fri, 31 May 2024 00:00:00
Hale Estate Public Notice ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Bridget T. Hale, late of Eldred Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania.
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Fern Serfass aka Fern Mae Serfass, lateof Eldred Township, Monroe County County, PA. Any person or persons having claim against or indebted to estate present same to Executor Jean L. Theman, 512 N New Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018 Robert V. Littner, Esquire, 512 N New Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018 Publication Dates L00000000
Fri, 31 May 2024 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 004531 CIVIL 2022 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, June 27, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
Wed, 29 May 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of RONALD V. PRATOR, SR., late of Kunkletown, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Fri, 24 May 2024 00:00:00 ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Fern Serfass aka Fern Mae Serfass, lateof Eldred Township, Monroe County County, PA.
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Fern Serfass aka Fern Mae Serfass, lateof Eldred Township, Monroe County County, PA. Any person or persons having claim against or indebted to estate present same to Executor Jean L. Theman, 512 N New Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018 Robert V. Littner, Esquire, 512 N New Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018 Publication Dates L00000000
Fri, 24 May 2024 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 004531 CIVIL 2022 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, June 27, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Fern Serfass aka Fern Mae Serfass, lateof Eldred Township, Monroe County County, PA. Any person or persons having claim against or indebted to estate present same to Executor Jean L. Theman, 512 N New Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018 Robert V. Littner, Esquire, 512 N New Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018 Publication Dates L00000000