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Stroudsburg Borough

Address

700 Sarah Street
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
United States

Email
lkopp@stroudsburgboro.com
Tax Rate
10.67 mills

Stroudsburg Borough is the historic heart of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, and the only traditional downtown in the Pocono Mountains region. With its walkable streets, Victorian architecture, and vibrant arts scene, Stroudsburg blends small-town charm with urban energy.


🏙️ Civic & Geographic Snapshot

  • Serves as the county seat
  • Covers approximately 1.74 square miles (4.51 km²)
  • Sits at an elevation of around 509 feet (155 meters)
  • Population of roughly 5,927 (based on the 2020 Census)
  • ZIP Code: 18360
  • Served by the Stroudsburg Area School District

🏛️ Historical Significance

  • Founded: Laid out by Colonel Jacob Stroud in 1799; incorporated in 1815
  • Historic Sites: Includes the Stroud Mansion, Monroe County Courthouse, and Academy Hill Historic District—all listed on the National Register of Historic Places
  • Cultural Legacy: Once a key hub for trade and governance in northeastern Pennsylvania

🛍️ Downtown & Lifestyle

  • Main Street: Lined with boutique shops, cafĂ©s, galleries, and live music venues
  • Arts & Events: Home to the Sherman Theater, Pocono Arts Council, and seasonal festivals like StroudFest
  • Dining Scene: Eclectic mix of international cuisine, craft breweries, and farm-to-table eateries

🌿 Natural Setting

  • Creek Confluence: Located at the meeting point of Brodhead, McMichaels, and Pocono Creeks
  • Nearby Attractions: Just 5 miles from the Delaware Water Gap, offering hiking, paddling, and scenic views

🏠 Short-Term Rentals (STRs)

  • Zoning Rules: STRs are prohibited in residential districts (R-1, R-2, R-3) but allowed in all other zones
  • Requirements: License and annual inspection required
  • STR Friendliness: Rated somewhat STR-friendly, with clear zoning boundaries

🌟 Borough Identity

Stroudsburg is a borough that wears its history proudly while embracing modern vibrancy. It’s a place where you can admire 19th-century architecture in the morning, hike a mountain trail in the afternoon, and catch a live show at night. As the county seat, it anchors Monroe County’s civic and cultural life with a distinctive blend of heritage and hospitality.

Short Term Rental Information

The borough of Stroudsburg has implemented a new Short-term Rental Ordinance and refined zoning regulations to prohibit short term rentals in residential districts (R-1, R-2 and R-3) and allow it in all other zoning districts.  A license and annual inspection is required, more details under Housing section on borough's website.  See rules and regulations and permit application below.

Stroudsburg News

Event in East Stroudsburg, PA by Pocono Bazaar Marketplace - Marshalls Creek Flea Market on Saturday, August 10 2024.

On Thursday, August 29, Stroudsburg visited Nazareth and defeated them, 1-0.

Going into halftime, the score was knotted at 0 with both goalies keeping the opposing team out of the net.

That would change in the second half as Franco Ferro,’25, put the ball past Nazareth’s goalie to make the score, 1-0. The goal was his second on the season. The assist on the goal went to Jacob Bajek, ’25. It was his first assist on the season.

That would be all Stroudsburg would need to secure their season victory on the season, winning 1-0.

On Friday, August 30, Stroudsburg defeated Wilkes-Barre, 35-20.

The scoring got started early as Wilkes-Barre marched down the field on the game’s opening drive to score a touchdown.

Stroudsburg responded right back with a touchdown of their own by running back Jaylin Rieara, ’26.

After that touchdown drive, Stroudsburg seemed to be stuck in the mud after a 30-yard touchdown pass gave Wilkes-Barre the lead. The Mountaineers did not match that same success as Wilkes-Barre got the ball back in control of the game, up 13-7.

Summer comes to a close and the 2024-2025 school year begins.

 A new school year carries as much weight of change, hope, and anticipation just as the ringing in of a new calendar year does, whether it’s fashion, student schedules, teacher schedules, or even lunch. A new school year is a fresh start for all. From new Student Handbooks to Faculty Manuals, classroom designs, dress code, and senior parking spots—the old becomes new again.  

The Mountaineer is excited to embrace these changes with the staff and students of the Stroudsburg Area School District.

3167 Parliament Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 is a single family home not currently listed. This is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1520 sqft property.

This vacant residential 0.68-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA features waterfront access and could be the ideal location for your dream ...

Listing #PM-118321 - 111 Bennson Court East Stroudsburg, PA. Search homes for sale, get school district and neighborhood info for East Stroudsburg ...

111 Bennson Ct, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 is for sale. View 1 photos of this 0.68 acre lot land with a list price of $85000.

143 Stable Ln, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 is a single-family home listed for rent at $2200 /mo. The 1400 Square Feet home is a 2 beds, ...

Jerry M. Curren, age 79, of Stroudsburg, PA passed away on August 27, 2024. She was a loving mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother.

Jerry Curren Obituary Jerry M. Curren, age 79, of Stroudsburg, PA passed away on August 27, 2024. She was a loving mother, sister, grandmother and ...

WATCH: Stroudsburg RB Jaylin Rieara after win over Wilkes-Barre

6417 Chucks Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 is a 3 beds, 2 baths, 1056 SqFt Single Family Residence home. View property details, photos, ...

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106 Ridgeway St, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 is a single-family home listed for rent at $2100 /mo. The -- sqft home is a 3 beds, ...

Listing #PM-109610 - 4001 Mountain Vista Road Stroudsburg, PA. Search homes for sale, get school district and neighborhood info for Stroudsburg, ...

24 Sierra Trl, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 is currently not for sale. The vacant lot last sold on 2011-10-22 for $49000, with a recorded lot size ...

STROUDSBURG, Pa. — The largest street festival in the Poconos kicked ... The annual StroudFest wrapped up just a few minutes ago in Monroe County.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for conducting preventative maintenance and repairs throughout the hotel guestrooms, public spaces, ...

This residential 7.1-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA can be your dream property with a 2724 square foot house. View this Stroudsburg ...

Type: Residential. Sub-Type: Single Family Residence. Listing Status: Active. Style: Colonial. Lot Size: 0.36 Ac. MLS Number: PM-118251.

Great Pet Friendly Rental In East Stroudsburg ! This Rental has just had the interior painted and has new Vinyl flooring laid thru out the up ...

2248 Church View Dr, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 is a 3 beds, 2 baths, 1484 SqFt Single Family Residence home. View property details, photos, ...

Listing #PM-118285 - 330 Andrew Circle Stroudsburg, PA. Search homes for sale, get school district and neighborhood info for Stroudsburg, ...

Stroudsburg Events

Source Event Date
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
5:15pm Parking Committee
Stroudsburg Boro: Council Meeting -
4:30pm Codes Committee
6:00pm PR/Media Committee
Noon: Shayna Canty: AmeriCorps Community VISTA Amb
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
Noon: Jospeh A. Akob: Executive Director ESU
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
Stroudsburg First Saturday Art Walk -
5:00pm Junior Council Committee
7:00pm Council Meeting
Stroudsburg Boro: Council Meeting -
Noon: Christina High - American Cancer Society
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
6:30pm Planning Commission
4:30pm Redevelopment Committee
4:00pm Shade Tree Commission
Noon: Kenneth Long: ESU President
1:00pm Mental Health Committee
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
Stroudsburg Boro: Council Meeting -
4:30pm Streets Committee
Noon: Melissa Healy
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -

SASD Calendar

Source Event Date
First Day of School
Labor Day Holiday (Schools Closed)
2 Hour Delay - Students Only/Act 80 Faculty Data Meeting
Star Dental Van - SHS and B.F. Morey Elementary -
Middle School Open House -
Hamilton Elementary Open House -
Rachels Challenge -
Act 80 Day (Indigenous Peoples' Day) - No School for Students
Star Dental Van - SHS & BF Morey Elementary -
Star Dental Van -
Act 80 Day - No School for Students
Thanksgiving Recess - Schools Closed
School Board Meeting - Reorganization Meeting -
Special meeting re: possible expulsion -
JH - Scheduling Night -
Chamber Orchestra -
JH - Scheduling Night (Snow Date) -
5th Grade Band, Chorus, Orchestra -
District Art Show -
High School Musical -
6/7 Orchestra -
6/7 Band -
8/9 Grade Band -
National Junior Honor Society Ceremony -
HS Hall of Fame Concert -