Hamilton Township is a scenic, historically rich municipality in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, located just west of Stroudsburg in the heart of the Pocono foothills. With its rolling farmland, forested ridges, and deep colonial roots, Hamilton offers a blend of rural tranquility and cultural heritage that’s central to the county’s identity.
🏞️ Geographic & Civic Snapshot
Area: ~38.5 square miles (99.7 km²), mostly land with minimal water coverage
Elevation: ~1,286 feet (392 m)
Population: ~8,635 (2020 Census)
School District: Stroudsburg Area School District
🏘️ Communities Within
Hamilton Township includes several unincorporated villages and hamlets:
Sciota (home to the township offices)
Snydersville
Hamilton Square
Bossardsville
Kellersville
Kemmererville
Sandhill
Stormville
Portions of Saylorsburg and Blue Mountain Pines
🏛️ Historic & Cultural Features
Christ Hamilton United Lutheran Church and Cemetery: Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Fenner–Snyder Mill: A preserved grist mill reflecting early industrial heritage
Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm: A working 19th-century farm museum offering immersive experiences in pioneer life
🚫 Short-Term Rentals
Hamilton Township has strict regulations:
Not permitted in residential zones
Only allowed in commercial zones with zoning board approval as hotel/motel use
🌄 Regional Identity
Hamilton Township is a place where Appalachian heritage meets agrarian tradition. Its landscape of fields, creeks, and wooded hills reflects centuries of settlement, while its proximity to Stroudsburg and the Delaware Water Gap makes it a quiet but connected part of Monroe County’s cultural corridor.
Short Term Rental Information
Short-term rentals are not allowed in Hamilton Township. Any property in a designated “A” zoning area is strictly prohibited from rentals. Use of C-1 zoning (commercial) property for short-term rentals should apply for an approved use as a hotel/motel which requires a variance granted by the zoning board.
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 3016 CIVIL 2023 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to public sale in the Monroe County Courthouse, Stroudsburg, Monroe County, Pennsylvania on: Thursday, July 25, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M. PURCHASERS MUST IMMEDIATELY PAY 10% OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OR SHERIFF’S COSTS . . .
Public Sale The following self storage cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart #6225, 2227 Route 209, Sciota, PA 18354 to satisfy a lien on July 10, 2024 at 7pm on www.StorageTreasures.com B070 Marissa Poggi C013 Omar Hardy C050 Shawn Thomas JR G044 Omar Hardy G079 Teyon Barry G133 Jodie Cals Publication Dates L00000000
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ROSS TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on the 18th day of July, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.the Ross Township Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on to hear the application for a variance of Thomas and Barbara Nedo/Fuelin’ Fine Auto Sales. The property is located at 397 Route 115, Saylorsburg, Pa, 18353, and bears tax parcel 5/2/1/10. The property is located in a VC zoning district.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ROSS TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on the 18th day of July, 2024, at 6:30 p.m the Ross Township Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on the request of Anthony Gioino for three separate variances under the Ross Township Zoning Ordinance. Property is located at 1272 Sarah Street, Saylorsburg, Pennsylvania and bears tax map number 15/4/1/20-33. Properties are located in an R-2 Zone.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV-EN that the Hamilton Township Zoning Hearing Board, (the “Board”), will hold an Executive Session at the Hamilton Township Municipal Building located at 229 Fenner Avenue, Sciota, Pa 18354 commencing at 2:30 p.m., prevailing time, on June 24, 2024, for the sole purpose of deliberating the consolidated Appeals of You-suf Ghafoori (the “Appellant”) from: (1) the Hamilton Township Zoning Officer’s denial of Appellant’s Application for Certificate of Non-Conformance for a short-term rental use of pro-perty located at 2525 Route 2
Notice of Sale Please run this ad on Thursday, June 6 and Friday, June 21, 2024 in Public Notices The following is a list of persons being delinquent of payments on storage units at AAA SELF STORAGE*Pocono Summit, PA and ULOCK IT-Sciota, PA. If belowmentioned persons have not satisfied claims IN FULL by June 22, 2024 contents of unit will be sold at auction.
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Barbara Ziegenfus a/k/a Barbara A Ziegenfus, lateof Ross Township, Monroe County County, PA. Any person or persons having claim against or indebted to estate present same to Executor Lori Halloran 1076 Route 115 Saylorsburg, PA. 18353 Publication Dates L00000000
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data. Homes For Sale Near Hamilton Township Schools. Homes near Stroudsburg Middle ...
County: Monroe Municipality: East Stroudsburg Borough Road name: Interstate 80 East Between: Exit 307 (PA 611 to PA 191) and Exit 308 (Prospect Street) Type of work: Inspection Work being done by: PennDOT Bridge Inspection Forces Type of restriction: Daytime Restriction: Eastbound lane restriction. Start date: 7/24/24 Est completion date: 7/24/24 Restrictions in effect (time of day): 09:00 AM To 03:00 PM Will rain cause delays? Yes Change/Update:
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 3016 CIVIL 2023 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to public sale in the Monroe County Courthouse, Stroudsburg, Monroe County, Pennsylvania on: Thursday, July 25, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M. PURCHASERS MUST IMMEDIATELY PAY 10% OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OR SHERIFF’S COSTS . . .
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Pocono Arts Council’s ‘For the Arts’ fundraiser has become a tradition for many of our members and community friends. This year, we held an online auction and concluded with a Sunday brunch at Stroudsmoor on May 19th.
In attendance were many familiar faces as well as new members and friends eager to be part of our artful community. All enjoyed swapping stories and catching up with one another. A number of past board members along with our previous Executive Director, Sue Randall, joined in the celebration and shared memories of prior events.
BROADHEADSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — In May, 28/22 News brought you the first reports of dogs out of Monroe County terrorizing their community. On Tuesday, 28/22 News found out the owner of those dogs may now face the consequences.
In released documents Tuesday, 28/22 News, discovered that Monroe County resident, Mary Jo Dredger, was arrested in connection to the community's dog concerns.
She is set to face a preliminary hearing in just a few days.
