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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 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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6151 Kansa Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 - 864 sqft home built in 1976 . Browse photos, take a 3D tour & get detailed information about this ...

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Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, it is ideal for a cozy family setup or hosting guests. The property includes a garage for secure parking and ...

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For Sale: 309999 - Residential, 4 bed, 2 bath, 1453 sqft at 337 Hyland Drive in East Stroudsburg.

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Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to own a 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch in Stroud Township. With it's spacious kitchen, new roof, ...

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View listing information for 1426 Brislin Road, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360. Listing details information provided by Catherine L Pepe.

View 11 photos for 119 Naomi Ln, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301, a 2 beds, 1 baths, 710 Sq. Ft. rental home with a rental price of $1500 per month.

Browse 2 new homes for sale in East Stroudsburg, PA. View properties, photos, nearby real estate with school and housing market information.

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Right off 611 in Stroudsburg… Discover the charm of this Stroudsburg gem! Nestled in an incredible location, this 3-bed, 1-bath home offers endless ...

Find it here on Panda Ln located in Leisure Lands. Two lots combined into one parcel creates a large .78 acre lot, but only pays one HOA fee. The ...

At which school in the district do you teach?
I teach at Stroudsburg High School.

What subject(s) do you teach?
Biology and Physical Science this year, but I have also taught Anatomy and Physiology and Ecology.

What grade(s) do you teach?
Primarily 10th grade, but I have all grade levels in my Physical Science class.

How long have you been teaching at SASD?
This is my 4th year.

Every cat and dog at the AWSOM Animal Shelter near Stroudsburg can be fostered for the holiday season. Author: wnep.com.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A car dealership in Monroe County continues giving to the community. Toyota of Stroudsburg in East ...

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a great teacher?

Stroudsburg High School has started a new club, Future Educators of America. This club welcomes anyone who wants to learn the basics of being a teacher. The advisors of this club include guidance counselor Mr. William Kunkel and Morey Elementary teacher Ms. Christine Wickenheiser. 

Stroudsburg Events

Source Event Date
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
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -

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 -