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Stroudsburg Borough
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Address
700 Sarah Street
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
United States
Email
lkopp@stroudsburgboro.com
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School District
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
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For Sale: $719000 $225/Sqft, $133/month HOA - 19 Swan Ct # L, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 is a 5 bed, 3 bath, 3199 Sqft, 34412 sqft lot, ...
The Pennsylvania Department of Health is monitoring an outbreak of pertussis in Monroe County after multiple students, primarily in Stroudsburg ...
Zillow has 3 photos of this $719000 5 beds, 3 baths, 3199 Square Feet single family home located at 19L Swan Ct, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 built ...
Fully renovated and ready for you to move in and enjoy! Huge home 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths. Open floorplan flows nicely with a fireplace in the ...
Spacious and comfortable freshly painted 1 bedroom, 1 bath first floor apartment! One Off-Street Parking Space Included Located in a prime area ...
31 N 2nd St, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 - 1960 sqft home built in 1902 . Browse photos, take a 3D tour & get detailed information about this property ...
Laura Ashley Dinnen, 34, of Stroudsburg, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023, at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono in East Stroudsburg. Born.
This vacant residential 0.69-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA features waterfront access and could be the ideal location for your dream ...
For Sale: $30000 $43478/Acre - 20 Fawn Road # t 508, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 in Eagles Ridge. 1 Acre land, with an estimated value of $34201.
For Sale: $35000 $32710/Acre - 18 Maple Lane, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 1 Acre land, with an estimated value of $66670.
Laura Ashley Dinnen, 34, of Stroudsburg, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023, at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono in East Stroudsburg.
Maple Dr Lot 18, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 is for sale. View 2 photos of this 1.07 acre lot land with a list price of $35000.
Take a good look at this .69 acre CREEK FRONT parcel of raw land located right in Stroud Township. If you're looking for the perfect piece of ...
69 acre CREEK FRONT parcel of raw land located right in Stroud Township. If you're looking for the perfect piece of property in Stroudsburg Area ...
For Sale: Lot 18 Maple Dr, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 ∙ $35000 ∙ MLS# PM-111796 ∙ More than an ACRE on a cul de sac in a quiet neighborhood, ...
These 2 gorgeous lots are ready to build the perfect home located in the Mountaintop Estates Community. Being sold together with adjacent property ...
5284 Neola Road Available 02/01/24 Amazing 1 bedroom barn apartment on a farm in Stroudsburg! - Come check out this amazing 1 bedroom barn ...
This commercial 1.97-acre property for lease in Monroe County, PA features industrial opportunities and offers a great location along with a 167 ...
This commercial 5.12-acre property for lease in Monroe County, PA features industrial opportunities and offers a great location along with a 3905 ...
Lot Size: 0.48 Acres. School Info. Assigned Schools Information: Stroudsburg Junior High School, Public District Grades ...
2725 Hedgerow Ln #67, Stroud Twp, PA 18360. $16,000. 0.45 ; 2727 Hedgerow Ln #66, Stroud Twp, PA 18360. $16,000. 0.48 ; Pa Route 191 Avenue, Stroudsburg ...