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Ross Township

Address

250 Anchorage Road
PO Box 276
Saylorsburg, PA 18353
United States

Email
rosstwp@ptd.net
Tax Rate
0.26 mills

Ross Township in Monroe County, Pennsylvania is a scenic, rural community nestled in the western Poconos, known for its quiet charm, natural beauty, and deep historical roots. It’s one of 16 townships in the county and offers a peaceful lifestyle with easy access to outdoor recreation and regional heritage.


🗺️ Geographic & Civic Snapshot

  • Location: Western Monroe County, bordering Northampton County
  • Area: ~22.9 sq mi (59.3 km²), mostly land with minimal water coverage
  • Elevation: ~771 ft (235 m)
  • Population: ~5,464 (2020 Census)
  • Villages: Includes Ross Common, Rossland, and Saylorsburg
  • Natural Features: Drained by Aquashicola Creek; Blue Mountain forms the southern boundary
  • School District: Pleasant Valley School District

🏞️ Lifestyle & Recreation

  • Outdoor Appeal: Hiking, fishing, and camping are popular, especially near Ross Common Park and Brodhead Creek
  • Historic Sites: Ross Common Manor, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978
  • Community Events: Seasonal festivals, public meetings, and conservation efforts reflect strong civic engagement

🏠 Short-Term Rentals (STRs)

  • Ordinance: Enacted in July 2020, STRs are allowed in general commercial and village commercial zones, but not permitted in residential areas
  • STR Friendliness: Rated as somewhat STR-friendly, with zoning-based limitations

🧭 Regional Identity

Ross Township blends Appalachian tranquility with a touch of historical intrigue. Its proximity to Blue Mountain and the Lehigh River watershed gives it a rich ecological character, while its villages and landmarks preserve the cultural texture of Monroe County’s past.

Short Term Rental Information

Ross enacted a short-term rental ordinance in July, 2020 which allows vacation rental in properties located in general commercial and village commercial zoning, but does not allow them in residential zoned areas.

Ross Township News

This rural residential 19.54-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA could be the ideal location for your dream home.

MLS #, 723540 ; Days on Market, Listed Today ; Taxes, $37 / year ; HOA Fees, - ; Condo/Co-op Fees, -.

View photos, maps, and details LOT 353 BEECH Lane of property Saylorsburg, Pennsylvania 18353, and contact seller on Land.com.

College of Ed Study Abroad

Seven East Stroudsburg University students, who took Teaching of Communications during the spring 2023 semester after serving as “buddies” to German preservice teaching students who were on ESU’s campus during the fall 2022 semester, participated in a two-and-a-half-week field experience through the University of Landau-Konblenz in Landau in der Pfalz, Germany.

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