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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

Fri, 24 May 2024 00:00:00

Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 3888 CIVIL 2023 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, June 27, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.

Fri, 24 May 2024 00:00:00

Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 7141 CIVIL 2023 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, June 27, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.

Fri, 24 May 2024 00:00:00

Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 006957 CIVIL 2022 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, June 27, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.

Listing #PM-115444 - 1455 Kroucher Road Stroudsburg, PA. Search homes for sale, get school district and neighborhood info for Stroudsburg, ...

Type: Residential. Sub-Type: Single Family Detached. Listing Status: Active. Style: Ranch, Raised Ranch. Lot Size: 3.05 Ac. MLS Number: 738335.

Heating: Forced Air, Propane; Cooling: Central Air. School Info. Assigned Schools Information: Stroudsburg Junior High ...

View listing information for 149 Bon Sher Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA, 18301. Listing details information provided by Izabella Glinska.

Timothy R. Primrose, Sr., 73, of Stroudsburg, passed away Wednesday morning, May 22, 2024, at the Lehigh Valley Hospice House - Pocono.

Thu, 23 May 2024 00:00:00

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Pocono Township Zoning Hearing Board will conduct a public hearing on Thursday, May 30, 2024, beginning at 5:00 P.M. at the Pocono Township Municipal Building, 112 Township Drive, Tannersville, PA 18372, to consider three appeals by PoconoPlaces, LLC (Appellant) from Enforcement Notices issued by the Pocono Township Zoning Officer. The firstappeal relates to the Enforcement Notice issued on December 13, 2023 regarding the property identified as Parcel ID # 12.12.2.29 (Map # 12-6364-02-68-5335).

Thu, 23 May 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF: Mary Jane Tanner, late of Stroudsburg, Monroe County, Pennsylvania.

Thu, 23 May 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, June 4, 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.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two people are in the hospital Wednesday evening after a crash between a car and a motorcycle in ...

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two people are in the hospital Wednesday evening after a crash between a car and a motorcycle in Stroudsburg.

Officials tell 28/22 News the Stroud Area Regional Police Department was called at about 4:00 p.m. to the intersection of Main and 7th Street for a reported motorcycle-car crash.

House For Sale for $175000 USD. 3 beds, 1 bath, 1202 sqft at 106 Tupelo Lane in East Stroudsburg, PA, 18302.

Wed, 22 May 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF Monroe COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA In the Matter of Petition for Change of Name of Candice Maria Vega NO: 2645 CIVIL 2024 Notice is hearby given that on April 24, 2024, the petition of Candice Maria Vega was filed inthe above named Court, requesting an order to change the name of Candice Maria Vega to Candice Maria Torres.

Wed, 22 May 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF Monroe COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA In the Matter of Petition for Change of Name of Tracy Slutter NO: 000442-CV-2024 Notice is hearby given that on May 17, 2024, the petition of Tracy Slutter was filed in the above named Court, requesting an order to change the name of Tracy Slutter to Traci Sykes.

Wed, 22 May 2024 00:00:00

BID ADVERTISEMENT Monroe County, Pennsylvania, will receive sealed Bids for a project entitled MONROE COUNTY PARKING GARAGE MAINTENANCE, until 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 27, 2024, in the Monroe County Controllers' Office, One Quaker Plaza, Room 206, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 (Phone 570-517-3102). The Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at 2:30 p.m. in the Commissioners' Public Meeting Room, Monroe County Administrative Center, One Quaker Plaza, Room 203, Stroudsburg, PA 18360.


Season 4, Episode 9 - Jim is fond of all things on the Pocono Beverage Trail (poconobeveragetrail.com) . The people behind the brews, wines and spirits have such a great story to tell and we’re thankful to have so many stops along that trail where visitors can experience the Poconos craft beverage industry.






Geraldine "Gerry" Cramer, 94, of downtown Wooddale, passed away Monday morning, May 20, 2024 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Pocono in East Stroudsburg.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say they are searching for four suspects after a pickup truck was stolen Saturday night.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say they are searching for four suspects after a pickup truck was stolen Saturday night.

According to the Stroud Area Regional Police Department, around 11:00 p.m. a red 2005 Chevrolet 1500 extended cab pickup truck with a "Keystone Auto" front license plate and two "FC Pocono" soccer club magnets on the tailgate was stolen.

Police say the car was taken from behind a business on North 9th Street in Stroudsburg near Main Street by four suspects who were wearing dark clothing, masks, and gloves.

Description. When walking into this beautiful townhome you are welcomed by the space and brightness of this end unit. The Family Room has a stone ...

240 Acres Rd house in East Stroudsburg, PA, is available for rent. This house rental unit is available on ForRent.com, starting at $1600 monthly.

LISTING AGENT IS THE OWNER OF THIS PROPERTY. RENOVATED SECOND FLOOR APARTMENT, ONE BEDROOM WITH PARKING AREA IN THE BACK. GOOD FOR TWO PERSONS.

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 -