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Hamilton Township

Address

229 Fenner Avenue
PO Box 285
Sciota, PA 18354
United States

Email
hamtwp@ptd.net
Tax Rate
0.33 mills

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.

Hamilton Township News

Sun, 02 Jun 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF JAMES A. JORDAN JR., late of Hamilton Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

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 6061 CIVIL 2018 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, 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 004523 CIVIL 2023 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.

Keown, 93, of Pleasant Valley Manor, Snydersville, formerly of Saylorsburg R.2, died April 23 in Pocono Medical Center, East Stroudsburg. She was the ...

Thu, 30 May 2024 00:00:00

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 June 12, 2024 at 7pm on www.StorageTreasures.com B026 Ronald Januzelli C044 Justin Ramos C047 Latisha Beck D021 Shawn Evans G072 James Febbraio Publication Dates L00000000

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The Mountaineer would  like to congratulate Mr. Getz on becoming the next Principal at Hamilton Elementary School! Mr. Getz has already had an eventful career as an educator and now he embarks on a new journey here at Stroudsburg.

The Mountaineer has conducted an interview with him on how he felt about leaving the school, going to a new one, his wrestling career and more.

Congratulations on becoming the new Principal at Hamilton elementary! Have you always wanted to be a Principal?

See photos, floor plans and more details about 1233 Hamilton St in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Visit Rent. now for rental rates and other ...

Wed, 29 May 2024 00:00:00

Sale No. 4 Plaintiff: Midfrist Bank Defendant: Amanda Hall and Gary Hall a/k/a Gary H. Hall Attorney for Plaintiff: Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC P.O. Box 165028 Columbus, OH 43216 614-220-85611 Judgement Amount: $87,769.63 Execution No. 2023-01476 GIS: 27-2335465-375748-0000 Property known as: 1111 Sandhill Road Lebanon, PA 17046

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Wed, 29 May 2024 00:00:00

NOTICE TO BIDDERS SEALED PROPOSALS will be accepted by Hamilton Township until 12:00 PM on June 10, 2024 at the Hamilton Township Building, P.O. Box 285; 229 Fenner Avenue, Sciota PA 18354, for the following Contract: “2024 Seal Coat Project” on various roads in Hamilton Township, Monroe County 64504 SY Double Bituminous Seal Coat; 9137 SY Single Seal Coat; 22452 SY Type II Slurry Seal and 5000 LBS Hot Pour Mastic All materials must meet PENNDOT Pub. 408 Specifications and Standards. Proposals must be on forms provided by the Township.

Wed, 29 May 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of RONALD V. PRATOR, SR., late of Kunkletown, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Wed, 29 May 2024 00:00:00

Estate Notice Letters have been granted on the estate of each of the following decedents to the personal representative named, who requests all persons having claims against the estate of the decedent to make known the same in writing to his/her attorney, and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay: WALLS, NOLAN D., a/k/a NOLAN WALLS, deceased, of Marshalls Creek, PA, Monroe County File No. 4524-0249. William Nolan Walls, Executor, 7712 Hamilton Boulevard, Breinigsville, PA 18031.

A charming 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Chalet situated on nearly 1 acre with gorgeous mountain views! Conveniently located in Hamilton township near Rt 209, ...

This residential 4.14-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA can be your dream property with a 6450 square foot house.

Great country location close to Stroudsburg and many Pocono attractions- quick access to Rt 33 and Rt 209 for easy commute to the Lehigh Valley or ...

George L. Bittenbender, 86, of Saylorsburg, died April 1 in Pocono Medical Center, East Stroudsburg. He was the husband of Elizabeth (Hontz) ...

600 Route 115, Saylorsburg, Monroe County, PA, 18353 is currently for sale for the price of $324,000 USD. Its located in the Rossland neighborhood and ...

Sun, 26 May 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF JAMES A. JORDAN JR., late of Hamilton Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

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 6061 CIVIL 2018 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.

Allen L. Kresge Jr., 77, of Saylorsburg, passed away Friday, May 24, at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Pocono. He was the loving husband of Marie A.

Fri, 24 May 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Barbara A. Shandra, late of Stroudsburg, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

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 004523 CIVIL 2023 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, 22 May 2024 00:00:00

NOTICE TO BIDDERS SEALED PROPOSALS will be accepted by Hamilton Township until 12:00 PM on June 10, 2024 at the Hamilton Township Building, P.O. Box 285; 229 Fenner Avenue, Sciota PA 18354, for the following Contract: “2024 Seal Coat Project” on various roads in Hamilton Township, Monroe County 64504 SY Double Bituminous Seal Coat; 9137 SY Single Seal Coat; 22452 SY Type II Slurry Seal and 5000 LBS Hot Pour Mastic All materials must meet PENNDOT Pub. 408 Specifications and Standards. Proposals must be on forms provided by the Township.

Sun, 19 May 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF JAMES A. JORDAN JR., late of Hamilton Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

Allegations are circling about contraband continuing to make its way into the prison in Snydersville. Some Monroe County Corrections Officers remain ...

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