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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

For Sale: 2626 sq. ft. ∙ 853 Scott St, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 ∙ $309900 ∙ MLS# PM-111996 ∙ Fully renovated 2 unit in downtown Stroudsburg.

View detailed information about property 853 Scott St, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 including listing details, property photos, open house information, ...

Out of the billions of businesses in the world, most of them are small businesses. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, there are over 33 million small businesses in the United States alone. These businesses provide many workers with new jobs and support local economies.

 

Come out for the day and enjoy food trucks, craft vendors, and fun games all day long! Bring the whole family!

PSA: Please be very careful when purchasing cooked food out of some of these stores…this piece of chicken came out of the Weis supermarket on 611 in Stroudsburg…again please be very careful.

Source:

https://nextdoor.com/p/THc9Q6_mHXb6?post=312165444

EAST STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — An arson investigation leads to a man's arrest for DUI, police say. According to the Pocono Township ...

Jan. 8—STROUDSBURG — Sherman Winter Craftfest returns to Sherman Theater for two days on Saturday, January 13 and Sunday, January 14 from 10:00 ...

OVERSIZE THREE BEDROOM, ONE BATHROOM with hardwood floors throughout, located on the second floor of this victorian home. NEW APPLIANCES will be ...

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Need an Airbnb? This is a contractor's dream! This large 3 bedroom contemporary with 3 full bathrooms has a 1 car garage, screened porch and deck.

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Nestled in Smithfield Township, Less Than a Mile from Shawnee Ski Area, and Only 5 Minutes to the Delaware River & Delaware Water Gap National ...

STROUDSBURG — Sherman Winter Craftfest returns to Sherman Theater for two days on Saturday, January 13 and Sunday, January 14 from 10:00 a.m. to ...

36 Skyview Drive, Unit E, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 is a single family home listed for sale at $199800. This is a 2-bed, 2.5-bath, ...

STROUDSBURG — Sherman Winter Craftfest returns to Sherman Theater for two days on Saturday, January 13 and Sunday, January 14 from 10:00 a.m. to ...

Get An Agent. Get A Mortgage. Save BIG. Rocket Homes logo. 36 Sky View Dr Unit E, East Stroudsburg$199,800.

For Sale: 299000 - Residential, 4 bed, 1 bath, 910 sqft at 1114 STONY Creek in Winona Lakes.

Please contact MCBA with questions. About. Location: Stroudsburg, PA 18360. Information Link: www.monroebar.org. Email: info2 ...

This vacant residential 0.27-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA could be the ideal location for your dream home.

For Sale: 121 Valley View Cir, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 ∙ $4500 ∙ MLS# PM-111922 ∙ Ready to build your home in a amenity filled community of ...

For Sale: $4500 $16667/Acre - 121 Valley View Cir, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 with an estimated value of $11107.

Ready to build your home in a amenity filled community of Winona Lakes? This community consists of indoor and out door pools, lakes, play grounds, ...

For Sale: 299900 - Residential, 3 bed, 3 bath, 2194 sqft at 1277 Lace Drive in Pocono Highland Lake Estates.

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 -