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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: 3000 - Residential, 3 bed, 3 bath, 2178 sqft at 803 Lourdes Avenue in Stroudsburg.

View 21 photos for 275 Prospect St, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301, a 4 beds, 2 baths, 1720 Sq. Ft. rental home with a rental price of $2500 per month ...

337 Hyland Dr, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 was recently sold on 02-17-2023 for $249500. See home details for 337 Hyland Dr and find similar homes ...

At Stroudsburg Junior High, students may not be aware of the extra-curricular activities that are available to us. 

Extracurricular activities are a significant factor in long-term high school success. Most colleges look for students who are involved in these activities. 

Monroe County Smithfield Township ... Downs At East Stroudsburg. based on 14 reviews. 4 Eagles Glen shopping Plaza, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301, ...

For Sale: 274500 - Residential, 3 bed, 2 bath, 1889 sqft at 740 Ann Street in Stroudsburg.

For Sale: 185000 - Residential, 3 bed, 1 bath, 1176 sqft at 253 Shawnee Drive in Mountain Top Estates.

This vacant residential 0.78-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA could be the ideal location for your dream home.

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Pocono Mountains, this delightful 3-bedroom ranch house offers an ideal retreat within an amenity-filled ...

For Sale: Indian Way, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 ∙ $29999 ∙ MLS# PM-110761 ∙ This exceptional double leveled lot is set in a prime location.

Easy 1-Click Apply Kfamily Solutions Caregiver/Direct Support Contract ($16) job opening hiring now in East Stroudsburg, PA.

For Sale: 3 beds, 0.5 bath ∙ 3480 sq. ft. ∙ 551 Megan Ct, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 ∙ $575000 ∙ MLS# PM-110765 ∙ Gorgeous Colonial!

For Sale: $29999 $38460/Acre - Indian Way, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 1 Acre land, with an estimated value of $26898.

Zillow has 3 photos of this $29999 0.78 Acres lot located at Indian Way, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 MLS #PM-110761.

View 37 photos for 803 Lourdes Ave, Stroudsburg, PA 18360, a 3 beds, 3 baths, 2178 Sq. Ft. rental home with a rental price of $3000 per month.

This 4-unit residential investment property features a total of 7 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. There is ample OFF-STREET parking space at the side ...

A new ER Veterinarian - Stroudsburg, PA job is available in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Check it out on American Animal Hospital Association Career ...

Listing #PM-110747 - 740 Ann Street Stroudsburg, PA. Search homes for sale, get school district and neighborhood info for Stroudsburg, ...

WARRANTY. 5 BR 2 full BA house w-wood moulding throughout. Lots of window lt. Lg LR/DR for entertaining. Freshly painted, Pristine carpet, ...

Monroe County Children & Youth, Stroudsburg, PA, USA. 730, Phillips Street, Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, 18360, United States.

(Undisclosed Address), Stroudsburg, PA 18360 is a single-family home listed for rent at $1600 /mo. The 1400 Square Feet home is a 3 beds, ...

If you are near East Stroudsburg University, from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Zimbar Gym you can take the family to Faith, Blue and You. It is part of a ...

View listing information for 3133 Parliament Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA, 18302. Listing details information provided by Stephen J Horn.

For Sale: 59999 - Lots And Land, bed, bath, sqft at Lot 41 Goldenrod Road in Stroudsburg.

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 -