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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: 300000 - Residential, 4 bed, 3 bath, 2462 sqft at 122 Reston Drive in East Stroudsburg.

For Sale: Lot V8 Godfreys Gate, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 ∙ $139900 ∙ MLS# PM-111156 ∙ Don't miss the chance to create your ideal haven in this ...

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are investigating the death of a woman who was found dead at a Monroe County park.

Get An Agent. Get A Mortgage. Save BIG. Rocket Homes logo. 344 Autumn Ln, East Stroudsburg ...

Wilkes-Barre in Luzerne County. Stroudsburg in Monroe County. PSP did not give details on the areas where the patrols will be conducted. State police ...

PSP: Man arrested for setting church flag ablaze in Monroe County

PARADISE TOWNSHIP, MONROE CO. (WOLF) —

A Monroe County Church was the target of an arson yesterday.

65-Year-Old Steven Meyer of Paradise Township has been charged with Arson, Ethic Intimidation, and criminal mischief.

This property is in a great location minutes away from outlets, resorts, schools, shopping stores. This property has 2 bedroom 1 bathroom, ...

Hi, I look forward to helping you. I offer home visits for $125 and appointments at my office, by appointment only in Stroudsburg $80.

David S. Brown, 74, of East Stroudsburg, died Monday, November 20, 2023, at home. He was the husband of Melody (Snyder) Brown. Born on November 4, ...

286 Fringe Dr, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 - 5246 sqft home built in 2006 . Browse photos, take a 3D tour & get detailed information about this ...

David's Obituary. David S. Brown, 74, of East Stroudsburg, died Monday, November 20, 2023, at home. He was the husband of Melody (Snyder) Brown.

... Monroe County Courthouse in Stroudsburg, Pa., Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023. Nearly two months after four University of Idaho students were killed near ...

A veteran gets a special honor in Monroe County. East Stroudsburg Hometown Hero Banners hang from utility poles throughout the borough recognizing ...

Maurer Ln, 18360 PA property records. Find homes for sale in Maurer Ln, 18360 PA, or type an address below: Search ...

Listing #PM-111126 - 122 Wendell Road East Stroudsburg, PA. Search homes for sale, get school district and neighborhood info for East Stroudsburg, ...

She was a member of St. Matthew's Roman Catholic Church in East Stroudsburg and a member and secretary for National Association of Federal Employees ( ...

Have a question? Send an email now. Listed by: Jessica Keller. Keller Williams Real Estate - Stroudsburg.

November 20, 2023 – Stroudsburg, PA – Get ready for a night of unparalleled bluegrass brilliance as the renowned Gibson Brothers take center stage ...

Monroe County, PA Homes For Rent. 151 - 157 of 157 Homes. 349 Braeside Ave, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301.

For Rent: $3200 $1/Sqft - 3150 Pine Valley Way, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 is a 4 bed, 3 bath, 3724 Sqft, House, with an estimated value of $3734.

Discover luxury living in this exquisite 4BR, 3BA Colonial nestled in Blue Mountain Lake Estates! Step into the grand two-story foyer, ...

For Sale: $239900 $159/Sqft, $300/month HOA - 233 E Windsor Rd, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 is a 2 bed, 3 bath, 1508 Sqft, 871 sqft lot, Townhouse built ...

275 Prospect St Rental for rent in East Stroudsburg, PA. View prices, photos, virtual tours, floor plans, amenities, pet policies, rent specials, ...

This unit constantly monitors blood pressure, heart rate, blood oxygen level and cardiac electrical activity of patients on the unit, utilizing ...

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 -