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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

Sports community remembers Stroudsburg coach, athletic director ...

Stroudsburg dog park poses bike race problem | wnep.com

Stroudsburg opens ice rink in new location | wnep.com

New University Center at East Stroudsburg | wnep.com

Stroudsburg High School administrator identified as Monroe County ...

In-Town One Block to Main St. Walk to Restaurants, Shopping, Banking etc Beautiful remodeled Townhouse . Kitcehn, Bathrooms, Flooring, Just painted .

For Sale: Cottontail Ln 53, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 ∙ $17000 ∙ MLS# PM-116270 ∙ Ready to build your home!! Beautiful lot in the great ...

See all available townhome rentals at 135 N 5th St in Stroudsburg, PA. 135 N 5th Sthas rental units starting at $2300.

House For Sale for $210000 USD. 2 beds, 1 bath, 735 sqft at 59 State Street in East Stroudsburg, PA, 18301.

Olde Mill Run Neighborhood Guide. Learn about living in the Olde Mill Run neighborhood of East Stroudsburg, PA. Get demographics, home values, ...

272 Acres Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 - 509 sqft home built in 1950 . Browse photos, take a 3D tour & see rental costs & information about this ...

Coming Soon - 302 Northslope Ii Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA, 18302 is a 1320 sq. foot 3 bed, 2 bath townhouse for sale. Price: $219900.

Location. Dunnfield Creek Parking Area off Rt 80, Hardwick Township, New Jersey 07832 · Activities. FishingHikingJogging / Running. Activities · Parks & ...

122 Maple Avenue, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 is a 3 beds, 2 baths, 2364 SqFt Single Family Residence home. View property details, photos, ...

Graf, Kimberly Saint Lukes Monroe Family Practice in Stroudsburg, PA. Connect with neighborhood businesses on Nextdoor.

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 00:00:00

Public Notice Sealed bids will be publicly opened and read by the Board of Supervisors of Stroud Township at their regular meeting scheduled to be held at the Stroud Township Municipal Center, 1211 North Fifth Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360, on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 7:00 PM, to consider proposals for contracted services to wit: Eradication of existing/worn pavement markings and installation of new thermal plastic pavement markings on certain roads in Stroud Township. Contractors shall be PennDOT pre-qualified.

Pennsylvania Monroe County . Shooting For The Moon. Open today at 11:00-17:00.. 3200 Hamilton E. Stroudsburg, PA, East Stroudsburg, PA 18360.

562 Hallowood Dr, EAST STROUDSBURG, PA 18302 is a 5 bed, 4 bath, 3444 sqft house now for sale at $630000. MLS# PAMR2003176.

Listing #PM-116223 - Mackenzie Drive East Stroudsburg, PA. Search homes for sale, get school district and neighborhood info for East Stroudsburg, ...

Listing #PM-116213 - 110 Michael Lane Stroudsburg, PA. Search homes for sale, get school district and neighborhood info for Stroudsburg, ...

3029 Hemlock Road Stroudsburg, PA. Search homes for sale, get school district and neighborhood info for Stroudsburg, PA on barbgarris.com -- Real ...

View listing information for 3317 Greenbriar Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA, 18301. Listing details information provided by Dwana Woodley.

House For Rent for $1900 USD. 3 beds, 2 baths, 1424 sqft at 725 E Rosewood Road in East Stroudsburg, PA, 18302.

HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A crash is slowing traffic along Interstate 80 in Monroe County near Snydersville and Bartonsville.

Video from 511PA shows the crash and the traffic backup.

Three hospitalized after Lackawanna County crash

28/22 News has confirmed fire crews from Pocono Township and Blue Ridge Mountain along with PSP Stroudsburg were on the scene.

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 -