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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, cafés, 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

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE The Stroud Township Board of Supervisors has scheduled a special meeting on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 3:00 PM to discuss personnel matters and to act on any other business that may come before the Board. The meeting will be held at the Stroud Township Municipal Center, 1211 North Fifth Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360. P – August 14, 2024 Stroud Township Board of Supervisors

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Donald McCombs, late of Stroudsburg , Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Listing #PM-117827 - 1148 Appenzeller Avenue Stroudsburg, PA. Search homes for sale, get school district and neighborhood info for Stroudsburg, ...

190 Twin Falls Rd #1, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 is an apartment unit listed for rent at $1700 /mo. The 700 Square Feet unit is a 2 beds, ...

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This commercial 5.12-acre property for lease in Monroe County, PA features industrial opportunities and offers a great location along with a 700 ...

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Tue, 13 Aug 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE Sealed bids will be publicly opened and read by the Board of Supervisors of Stroud Township at their spe-cial meeting scheduled to be held at the Stroud Township Municipal Center, 1211 North Fifth Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360, on Thursday, Au-gust 29, 2024 at 2:15 PM, to consider proposals for con-tracted services to wit: In-stallation of new thermal plastic pavement markings on certain roads in Stroud Township. Contractors shall be Penn-DOT pre-qualified.

View 2 photos for 110 Maple Ave, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301, a 3 beds, 1 baths, 1100 Sq. Ft. rental home with a rental price of $1890 per month.

House For Sale for $345000 USD. 2 beds, 2 baths, 2100 sqft at 124 Fish Lane in East Stroudsburg, PA, 18301.

Can Charles Capers be the leading rusher for East Stroudsburg South? Or will an entirely different player become the offensive force of PIAA's ...

Search homes for sale in East Stroudsburg, PA for free. View all 6 listings available in East Stroudsburg with an average price of $247999.

House For Sale for $300000 USD. 2 beds, 1 bath, 828 sqft at 106 Morris Road in East Stroudsburg, PA, 18302.

Charming 3+BR, 1 BA Cottage In Peaceful Lake Community On FOUR WOODED Lots Surrounded By Nature! Living Room Has Gas Fireplace For Relaxing ...

Quiet, Rustic and picturesque setting with mature trees in sought-after Middle Smithfield Township, this 1.6 acre parcel may be the one for you! Could ...

Type: Residential. Sub-Type: Single Family Residence. Listing Status: Active. Style: Colonial. Lot Size: 0.32 Ac. MLS Number: PM-117759.

Each town, from Stroudsburg's vibrant arts scene to the immersive historical experiences of Gettysburg, crafts a unique narrative, beckoning travelers ...


Come with us as we go along the streets of Stroudsburg with MCHA's Historic Walking Tour! For more information, visit monroehistorical.org or call 570-421-7703

ESU field hockey's Sandy Miller to be inducted into Hall of Fame

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00

Estate Notice Estate of Vincent DeFranco, deceased, late of Stroudsburg Borough, Monroe County, Pennsylvania (died March 4, 2020). Letters Testamentary have been granted to Concetta DeFranco, who requests all person(s) having claims or demands against the Estate of Decedent to make payment without delay to Concetta DeFranco, Executrix, c/o William E. Hutcheson III, Esq., 91 Larry Holmes Drive, Suite 200, Easton, PA 18042 Publication Dates L00000000

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF ROBERT C. GEDDES aikia ROBERT CHRISTIAN GEDDES, late of Pocono Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00

NOTICE TO BIDDERS The Monroe County Controller will receive sealed bids at the Monroe County Administrative Office, One Quaker Plaza, Room 206, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 until 1:00 p.m. on August 28, 2024, for the following: Janitorial Services at Magisterial District Justice Offices The bids will be publicly opened 1:15 p.m. on August 28, 2024, in the Commissioners' Public Meeting Room, Room 203, Monroe County Administrative Center, 1 Quaker Plaza, Stroudsburg, PA. Announcement of the bid award date will be made at that meeting.

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE The Stroud Township Board of Supervisors has scheduled a special meeting on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 6:00 PM to discuss Stroud Township Volunteer Fire Department related business and to act on any other business that may come before the Board. The meeting will be held at the Stroud Township Municipal Center, 1211 North Fifth Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360. P – August 12, 2024 Stroud Township Board of Supervisors

20 in the home of her daughter, Debbie Decker of Brodheadsville. She was the wife of Edwin J. Pope, who died last January. Born in Stroudsburg, she ...

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 -