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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, cafĂ©s, 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

Building size 4,400 SF total consisting of 4 units, all presently leased. Completely renovated residential apartment upstairs with 3 commercial ...

This commercial 2.2-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA features industrial opportunities and offers a great location along with a 2562 ...

Job posted 4 hours ago - Great Wolf Lodge is hiring now for a Full-Time Retail Attendant in Stroudsburg, PA. Apply today at CareerBuilder!

Pocono Plaza is 1.1 miles away, and Monroe Plaza is within a 26 minutes walk. Parks and Recreation. Recreational activities near 109 E Broad St Rental ...

1213 Sherwood Forest Rd, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360 is a 900 sq. foot 2 bed, 1 bath house for sale. Price: $249000. View property details, photos, ...

ShopRite welcomed workers with East Stroudsburg United Methodist Food Pantry to collect non-perishable items on sale – like cheerios and boxed baked ...

This vacant residential 0.39-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA could be the ideal location for your dream home.

1213 Sherwood Forest Road, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 is a single family home listed for sale at $249000. This is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 900 sqft property.

on Tuesday, September 19, 2023. Born February 27,1947, in East Stroudsburg, he was the son of the late Harold and. Bessie Drake Singer and is survived ...

BookHouse proudly presents…

Roy Ramos

The Island Boy Tropical Show:
Calypso/Reggae, Hawaiian Luau, Summertime Classics

Doors to the BookHouse will open at 6:30 PM, and the concert starts at 7:00 pm. Admission is free, but donations are gratefully accepted. Please plan to arrive prior to the scheduled starting time.

All BookHouse programs take place in the Edinger Community Room of the Hughes Building, Eastern Monroe Public Library, located at 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg. For more BookHouse information, please call 570- 421-0800 x312.

Stroudsburg, PA 18360 is a Business Opportunities, Commercial property listed for $1950000 The property is 4851 sq. ft with 0 bedrooms and 0 ...

Listing #PM-109661 - 526 Oak Street Stroudsburg, PA. Search homes for sale, get school district and neighborhood info for Stroudsburg, ...

Publisher: Pocono Hospital Auxiliary, East Stroudsburg, PA. Monroe County. First 1976. History of Monroe County, Pennsylvania 1725-1976 A ...

See Condo D for rent at 42 Borough St in East Stroudsburg, PA from $1800 plus find other available East Stroudsburg condos.

Property Id: 1088420 First floor, two bedroom apartment with on-site laundry facilities for rent in the heart of town! This well-maintained 560 sq ft ...

The average East Stroudsburg University university bursar salary was $61,720, which is 7 percent lower than the average salary for this job in ...

For Rent: $1300 ($2/Sqft) - 114 Keitha Ln #na, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 is a 2 bed, 1 bath, 535 Sqft, sqft lot, House built in null, ...

See Dylan N Keller's age, phone number, house address, email address, social media accounts, public records, and check for criminal records on ...

This vacant commercial 2.65-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA is available for development of your next project.

This is an opportunity to build customer relationships through repairing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment while strengthening ...

513 Overlook Terrace, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 is a single family home listed for sale at $279900. This is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 2152 sqft property.

Listing #PM-109655 - Photos, maps, description for 5073 High Terrace Road Stroudsburg, PA. Search homes for sale, get school district and ...

STROUDSBURG, Pa. — Every day, Wilderz at Pocono Wildlife near Stroudsburg takes in injured or orphaned wildlife.

A juvenile great horned owl is one of the newest residents receiving treatment after coming in infested with insects and unable to lift its head.

The center relies on volunteers and donations to help these animals.

State Representative Tarah Probst hopes to change that with House Bill 1522. It would help fund licensed wildlife rehabilitation centers throughout the state. 

STROUDSBURG, Pa. — Every day, Wilderz at Pocono Wildlife near Stroudsburg takes in injured or orphaned wildlife.

A juvenile great horned owl is one of the newest residents receiving treatment after coming in infested with insects and unable to lift its head.

The center relies on volunteers and donations to help these animals.

State Representative Tarah Probst hopes to change that with House Bill 1522. It would help fund licensed wildlife rehabilitation centers throughout the state. 

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 -