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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

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ENACT PROPOSED ORDINANCE The Board of Supervisors of Jackson Township will hold a special meeting on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:30 P.M. at the Jackson Township Municipal Building, 2162 Route 715, Reeders, PA 18352 with respect to a proposed ordinance that would make changes to the existing regulations of the Township’s rights-of-ways. At the special meeting, the Supervisors will listen to comments by members of the public concerning the proposed ordinance.

Davaun Jackson, 29, of East Stroudsburg, Monroe County in May forced himself onto the victim who was interviewing for a job, authorities said.

See photos, floor plans and more details about 907 Main St in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Visit Rent. now for rental rates and other information ...

Zillow has 5 photos of this $89900 3.13 Acres lot located at Lots 8 & 9 Metzgar Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 MLS #PM-116672.

About This Home. Two lots for over 3 acres in Stroud Township with no HOA! These lots are on quiet road in Stroudsburg school district. Close to I ...

Davaun C. Jackson, 29, of East Stroudsburg, was charged Wednesday with sexual assault and aggravated indecent assault, according Northampton County ...

Start-up and existing business owners are welcome to schedule a one-on-one meeting with an SBDC business consultant to get information and advice on starting or growing their small business in Monroe County. Sessions will be held from 10:00 am to noon monthly at the PMEDC Office in Stroudsburg. To download the informational flyer click here: Monroe County Drop in Hours — July – Dec 2024 Use…

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Stroudsburg High School hires alum, Hall-of-Famer as new AD

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Fantastic opportunity to move into the prestigious Estates at Great Bear Golf Community.4 bedroom 2.5 Bath, colonial home, large 3 Car garage, ...

Discover this exceptional 8.3-acre improved lot in the heart of Stroudsburg, ideally located close to all Pocono attractions and major highways.

Perfect vacation home or live there year round ***This Home Features 2 bedrooms & 1 bath and plenty of windows***New Flooring throughout, ...


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Event Title: Drones 101: A Crash Course on All Things Drone

When: Tuesday, July 16th, 6:00 PM

Where: Hughes Library Community Room

GPS Location: 1002 N. 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360

Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s). School Info. Assigned Schools Information: East Stroudsburg Senior High School South, Public ...

8 houses available for rent in Stroudsburg, PA. Compare prices, choose amenities, view photos and find your ideal rental with Apartment Finder.

This 4 bedroom, two full-bathroom contemporary home has an open concept space equipped with skylight windows, a new kitchen, a balcony, and a deck, ...

Property Description A great opportunity for an investor to buy, remodel, and flip three single family homes. Three homes rented currently ...

 Stroudsburg Borough Council passes LERTA ordinance

How a call took Matt Walters across the country for a chance at $25k

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Charles R. Baker Sr., 86, of East Stroudsburg, died Aug. 31 in Pocono Medical Center, East Stroudsburg. He was the husband of the late Louise ...

Perfect vacation home or live there year round ***This Home Features 2 bedrooms & 1 bath and plenty of windows ***New Flooring throughout, ...

387 Shawnee Valley Dr, EAST STROUDSBURG, PA 18302 is a 4 bed, 3 bath, 3498 sqft house now for sale at $650000. MLS# PAMR2003556.

Stroudsburg Events

Source Event Date
David Krissman
1:00pm Mental Health Committee
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 -
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

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 -