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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

See details for 418 Zinc Ln, Stroudsburg, PA 18360, Price: $2400000, Land, MLS#: PAMR2002150, Status: Active, Courtesy: RE/MAX Preferred - Marlton ...

Beautifully Updated 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Adorable Cape Cod Style Home With Covered Front Porch, Deck & Detached Garage In East Stroudsburg Borough!

This commercial and residential 4.24-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA features industrial opportunities and offers a great location ...

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This rural commercial, agricultural, and residential 42.75-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA features industrial opportunities and is ...

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213 Glenoak Forest, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 - 960 sqft home built in 1986 . Browse photos, take a 3D tour & get detailed information about this ...

Hardwood flooring on main floor & under carpet in bedrooms. Bright open floor plan. Living room has brick faced wood burning fireplace. Remodeled ...

View listing information for 5 VILLAGE Circle, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360. Listing details information provided by Rick Esposito.

3 bed, 2.5 bath, finished basement. plus GARAGE. House Located on 1.49 ACRE. Great location for COMMUTERS. Close to Rt 80, shopping, Mt. Airy Casino, ...

Listing #PM-111376 - 117 Knob Lane East Stroudsburg, PA. Search homes for sale, get school district and neighborhood info for East Stroudsburg, ...

Welcome to this enchanting 120-year-old lake house, where historic charm meets modern luxury. Nestled on the serene shores of Shawnee Lake, ...

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2581 Highland Circle, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 is a single family home listed for sale at $355000. This is a 4-bed, 2.5-bath, 1719 sqft property.

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On November 29 and 30th, four Stroudsburg students were celebrated as inductees of the National Technical Honor Society.

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For Sale: $189900 $143/Sqft, $499/month HOA - 5 Village Cir #1103, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 in Labar Village is a 2 bed, 2 bath, 1332 Sqft, ...

For Rent: $6200 $1/Sqft - 345 Possinger Dr, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 is a 8 bed, 4 bath, 6300 Sqft, House, with an estimated value of $7473.

This rural residential 4.42-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA features equestrian opportunities and owner financing options and could be ...

For Rent: 1500 - Residential, 2 bed, 1 bath, 710 sqft at 119 Naomi Lane in Sunrise Village.

427 Indian Way, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 - 2134 sqft home built in 1981 . Browse photos, take a 3D tour & get detailed information about this ...

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Stroudsburg Events

Source Event Date
Noon: David Parker, Monroe County Commissioner
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
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

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 -