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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

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As we take a look at what’s new in area school districts this year, Stroudsburg High School is taking the school store idea to a new level.

News13’s Nicole Walters gives high school students and parents a sneak peak at the Mountaineer Market.

Announcing two Beacon Hill Concerts—one instrumental, one vocal— by the Chamber Players of Tempesta di Mare

(All the artists are principal players/performers with the Philadelphia Baroque Orchestra)

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — For more than 50 years Monroe County Meals on Wheels has provided food and services to hundreds of people in the Poconos.

Monroe County Meals on Wheels in Stroudsburg is seeing a staggering uptick in clients who need their services as they just surpassed helping more than 350 people every week.

Smoke clears after warehouse fire in Tobyhanna Township

Responding departments included West End Fire Co., Barrett Township Fire Co., Blue Ridge Hook and Ladder Co., Tunkhannock Township Volunteer Fire Co., Jackson Township Fire Department, Coolbaugh Township Volunteer Fire Co., Stroudsburg Fire Department, Gouldsboro Volunteer Fire Co. and Covington Independent Fire Co.

TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Firefighters from three counties are fighting a major fire at a medical supplies manufacturer in the Poconos.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Stroudsburg Fire Department responded to an apartment fire early Thursday morning.

EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — A hiking expedition came to a tragic end for a young Monroe County man in New Hampshire.

Authorities in New Hampshire say it happened Friday on Mount Madison in the White Mountains National Forest Presidential Range.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man is wanted by Pennsylvania State Police in Stroudsburg for a reported theft.

Tractor-trailer crash on I-476

PSP is looking for James Gerald Bruner (pictured below) who was recently accused of being involved in a theft of internet and phone communication line.

MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Troop N wishes to remind the Monroe County area of a current scam impacting the community.

Usually, the scammers will contact you by phone and explain that your loved one, they may even know their name, typically a grandchild, is in trouble or currently in jail.

The scammers will often tell victims not to talk to anyone about the phone call as it will be an embarrassment to the family. They will then tell you that your loved one will be released from jail in exchange for cash.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Stroud Area Regional Police Department has identified a suspect in a shooting that took place in Stroudsburg last month.

According to police on Thursday, July 27, around 1:21 a.m., officers were notified of a shooting that just occurred at the intersection of North 6th Street and Main Street in Stroudsburg.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A State Treasurer, Stacy Garrity stopped by Monroe County Monday and announced that more than $28 million is owed to Monroe County residents.

It is part of the state's unclaimed property being held in a vault in the State Capitol. In total, Pennsylvania State Treasury is holding $4.5 billion in unclaimed property.

Garrity, along with State Senator Rosemary Brown are working together to encourage Pennsylvanians to begin the claim process.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The summer season has many enjoying the great outdoors, especially in areas like the Pocono Mountains.

But you may come into contact with dangerous wildlife.Susquehanna River raft makes waves on social media

The beautiful views of Mount Tammany, a popular hiking spot in the Poconos is currently closed due to a spike in black bear activity.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The summer season has many enjoying the great outdoors, especially in areas like the Pocono Mountains.

But you may come into contact with dangerous wildlife.Susquehanna River raft makes waves on social media

The beautiful views of Mount Tammany, a popular hiking spot in the Poconos is currently closed due to a spike in black bear activity.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are investigating a shooting after an altercation between a group caused shots fired in Stroudsburg Thursday.

According to the Stroud Area Regional Police Department, around 1:00 a.m. officers were called to the 600 block of Main Street for shots fired.

An investigation showed the shots took place on North 6th Street after a physical altercation with a group of people. Officers said they located one bullet hole in a nearby business. 

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The summer season has many enjoying the great outdoors, especially in areas like the Pocono Mountains.

But you may come into contact with dangerous wildlife.

Susquehanna River raft makes waves on social media

The beautiful views of Mount Tammany, a popular hiking spot in the Poconos is currently closed due to a spike in black bear activity.

Court Rules in Favor of Township in Fire Company Dispute Orders TTVFC to Surrender Vehicles, Equipment, and Firehouses JUL 12 2023 3PM STROUDSBURG – A…

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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service says it is against regulations to release an eagle with only one foot.

STROUDSBURG, Pa. — The federal government forced an animal rescue in the Poconos to euthanize a golden eagle overnight, a big surprise for those who cared for the bird.

A month ago, we told you about a golden eagle recovering at an animal shelter in Monroe County.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service says it is against regulations to release an eagle with only one foot.

STROUDSBURG, Pa. — The federal government forced an animal rescue in the Poconos to euthanize a golden eagle overnight, a big surprise for those who cared for the bird.

A month ago, we told you about a golden eagle recovering at an animal shelter in Monroe County.

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 -