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Ross Township
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Address
250 Anchorage Road
PO Box 276
Saylorsburg, PA 18353
United States
Email
rosstwp@ptd.net
Phone
School District
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
Fri, 18 Oct 2024 00:00:00
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS CIVIL DIVISION MONROE COUNTY NO: 3016cv2023 New American Funding, LLC PLAINTIFF VS. Robert M. Mann DEFENDANT COURT OF COMMON PLEAS NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY TO: Robert M.
Thu, 17 Oct 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of LEONA M. CONDIT, late of Ross Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania (died September 7, 2024). Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the Estate of LEONA M. CONDIT have been issued to LOANNE M. DMYTRUK, Executrix of the Estate. All those having claims or demands against the Estate or indebtedness owed to the Estate shall present claims or remit payment without delay to LOANNE M. DMYTRUK, c/o John J. McGee, Attorney for the Estate, PO Box 3298, Scranton, PA 18505.
Sun, 13 Oct 2024 00:00:00
Estate Notice Estate of Ernest M. Dome, late of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.
Sun, 13 Oct 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: BUTLER, DANIEL G., deceased, of Saylorsburg, PA, Monroe County File No. 4523-0358. Mary Ann Butler, Executor, 11 Tara Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301.
Days on Market, - ; Taxes, - ; HOA Fees, - ; Condo/Co-op Fees, - ; Compass Type, Single Family.
Thu, 10 Oct 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of LEONA M. CONDIT, late of Ross Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania (died September 7, 2024). Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the Estate of LEONA M. CONDIT have been issued to LOANNE M. DMYTRUK, Executrix of the Estate. All those having claims or demands against the Estate or indebtedness owed to the Estate shall present claims or remit payment without delay to LOANNE M. DMYTRUK, c/o John J. McGee, Attorney for the Estate, PO Box 3298, Scranton, PA 18505.
ROSS TOWNSHIP: 7:32 pm There is a Dwelling Fire at 1320 Kunkletown Rd Saylorsburg. Blue Ridge Hook and Ladder, West End Ambulance and State Police ...
Wed, 09 Oct 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Doris Jean Oakley a/k/a Doris Oakley, late of Chestnuthill Township, Monroe County County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
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Barrett Township: Board meets 2nd Wednesday of the month at 5:30 pm and 4th Wednesday of the month at 8:00 am
Chestnuthill Township: Board meets 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm
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Thu, 03 Oct 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of LEONA M. CONDIT, late of Ross Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania (died September 7, 2024). Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the Estate of LEONA M. CONDIT have been issued to LOANNE M. DMYTRUK, Executrix of the Estate. All those having claims or demands against the Estate or indebtedness owed to the Estate shall present claims or remit payment without delay to LOANNE M. DMYTRUK, c/o John J. McGee, Attorney for the Estate, PO Box 3298, Scranton, PA 18505.
Wed, 02 Oct 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Doris Jean Oakley a/k/a Doris Oakley, late of Chestnuthill Township, Monroe County County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Wed, 25 Sep 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Doris Jean Oakley a/k/a Doris Oakley, late of Chestnuthill Township, Monroe County County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:00:00
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Hamilton Township Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing at the Hamilton Township Municipal Building, 229 Fenner Avenue, Sciota, Pennsylvania 18354 commencing at 6:30 p.m., prevailing time, on October 1, 2024 for the purpose of hearing the Application of the US Fish & Wildlife Service for: (i) Special Exception approval of Lot B to be a US FWS Conservation Area for the Protection of Endangered Wildlife; and (ii) a variance from the requirements of Section 401.2, Schedule II of the Zoning Ordinance and Note 5 on Schedule
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SAYLORSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The first official day of fall is Sunday, but many area farms have already kicked off their fall ...
(WNY News Now) – Harrisburg, PA – Authorities have arrested a Monroe County man following a raid on his Saylorsburg home that revealed a dangerous ...
SAYLORSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The first official day of fall is Sunday, but many area farms have already kicked off their fall festivities.
One family-owned farm in Monroe County shows how you can get lost in the fun at one of Pennsylvania's largest corn mazes.
Towering at more than seven feet tall across 11 acres on Klingel’s Farm in Saylorsburg, its corn maze named ‘Mazezilla’ - is a telltale sign that the fall season is here.
SAYLORSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The attorney general announced the arrest of a Monroe County man who was found with several pounds of narcotics, and 24 improvised explosive devices.
According to the office of Attorney General Michelle Henry, on September 12 a search warrant was executed at 46-year-old Robert C. Stull’s Saylorsburg home on Kunkletown Road.
An investigation revealed that Stull was dealing methamphetamine, cocaine, marijuana, and THC products.