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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

Serving Seniors Inc. Stroudsburg, PA. $17 - $23 an hour. Full-time. 37.5 hours per week.

View listing information for 1142 Park Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA, 18302. Listing details information provided by Cristina Primrose.

Zillow has 5 photos of this $16000 0.34 Acres lot located at 127 Highland Ter #6G, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 MLS #730526.

127 Highland Ter Unit 6G, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 is for sale. View 5 photos of this 0.34 acre lot land with a list price of $16000.

This vacant residential 0.3-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA features lakefront access and could be the ideal location for your dream ...

... Monroe County Courthouse in Stroudsburg, Pa., Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023 ... Latah County Prosecutor Bill Thompson said although he would be ready for a ...

293 West Northpark Drive West, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 is a single family home listed for sale at $449900. This is a 4-bed, 2.5-bath, ...

Centrally located in downtown Stroudsburg walk to everything. This bright and cheery 4 Bedroom apartment has hardwood floors, updated bathroom and ...

Do Not Wait to See This Fully Furnished Colonial Home in Convenient and Private East Stroudsburg Neighborhood! Set on just under an acre of land ...

ESU Student Activity Association, Inc. East Stroudsburg, PA 18301. $40,000 - $45,000 a year. Full-time.

For Sale: 4 beds, 2.5 baths ∙ 1912 sq. ft. ∙ Lot 169 Sandlewood Dr, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 ∙ $449900 ∙ MLS# PM-112338 ∙ TO BE BUILT!

Zillow has 4 photos of this $449900 4 beds, 3 baths, 1912 Square Feet single family home located at 169 Sandlewood Dr, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 ...

Sharon A. Young, 60, of East Stroudsburg, died suddenly, Wednesday morning, January 24, 2024, at home. She was the wife of Robert A. Young, Jr....

2179 Green Mountain Dr, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 - 3240 sqft home built in 1973 . Browse photos, take a 3D tour & get detailed information about ...

This vacant residential 0.24-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA features waterfront access and could be the ideal location for your dream ...

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — There’s a call out for volunteers at one of the largest wildlife care facilities in our region.

A majestic barn owl named Soren sits peacefully inside the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center in Stroudsburg.

Behind him are more than a dozen temperature-regulated tanks, soon to be filled with babies like squirrels, raccoons, and skunks.

The animals will come in by the thousands during baby season. Co-executive Director Janine Tancredi says they need help to prepare.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — There’s a call out for volunteers at one of the largest wildlife care facilities in our region.

A majestic barn owl named Soren sits peacefully inside the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center in Stroudsburg.

Behind him are more than a dozen temperature-regulated tanks, soon to be filled with babies like squirrels, raccoons, and skunks.

The animals will come in by the thousands during baby season. Co-executive Director Janine Tancredi says they need help to prepare.

128 Stony Creek Road, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 is a single family home listed for sale at $25000. This is a 0-bed, 0-bath property.

Lot Size: 0.29 Acres. School Info. Assigned Schools Information: East Stroudsburg Senior High School North, Public ...

By pressing Send, you agree that Zillow Group and its affiliates, and real estate professionals may call/text you about your inquiry, ...

For Sale: Pinewood Ct, Lot 25, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 ∙ $55000 ∙ MLS# PM-112312 ∙ Waterfront Land Lot located in ''Lake of the Pines'' ...

Health savings account · Health insurance · Dental insurance · Paid time off · Employee assistance program · Vision insurance · Life insurance · Retirement ...

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A majestic barn owl named Soren sits peacefully inside the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center in Stroudsburg. Behind him are more ...

Stroudsburg Events

Source Event Date
6:30pm Planning Commission
4:30pm Streets Committee
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 -

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 -