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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

South boys hoops lean on a new-ish head coach and army of guards

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Beverly Frances Catanese a/k/a Beverly F. Catanese, late of 106 Michael Lane, Stroudsburg, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:00:00

Christie Rosario, Plaintiff(s). Anthony Estevez, Defendant(s) NOTICE OF INTENTION TO FILE THE PRAECIPE TO TRANSMIT RECORD UNDER SECTION 3301(D) OF THE DIVORCE CODE TO: ANTHONY ESTEVEZ, Defendant You have been sued in an action for divorce. You have failedto answer the complaint ro file a counter-affidavit to the Affidavit under Section 3301(d) of the Divorce Code.

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF Teresa A. Mickens, late of Chestnuthill Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:00:00

CIVIL ACTION COURT OF COMMON PLEAS MONROE COUNTY, PA CIVIL ACTION-LAW NO. 001352-CV-2023 NOTICE OF ACTION IN MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST C/O U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff v. JOHN PEROTTI A/K/A JOHN J. PEROTTI, Defendants To: JOHN PEROTTI A/K/A JOHN J. PEROTTI Defendant(s), 127 BEAVER DAM ROAD AKA 800 BEAVER DAM RD LONG POND, PA 18334 COMPLAINT IN MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE You are hereby notified that Plaintiff, U.S.

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE ESTATE NOTICE Estate of TIMOTHY A.

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Richard A Williams, late of Stroudsburg, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:00:00

22-01992 / Tomer IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF MONROE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA CIVIL DIVISION NO: 007488-CV-2024 TOWD POINT MORTGAGE TRUST 2017-FRE2, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE vs. IKKI DAVEIGA, AS SURVIVING HEIR OF DARRYL TOMER, DECEASED, KASEAM DAVEIGA, AS SURVIVING HEIR OF DARRYL TOMER, DECEASED, RASEAN THROWER, AS SURVIVING HEIR OF DARRYL TOMER, DECEASED, UNKNOWN SURVIVING HEIRS OF DARRYL TOMER, DECEASED, NOTICE TO THE DEFENDANTS: You are hereby notified Towd Point Mortgage Trust 2017-FRE2, U.S.

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:00:00

Estate Notice- Stright ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Tracy Marvin Stright, also known as Tracy M. Stright, late of Maricopa County, Arizona.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — In this season of giving, a local non-profit is making sure everyone has a gift under the tree.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — In this season of giving, a local non-profit is making sure everyone has a gift under the tree.

Monroe County Meals on Wheels kicked off its Annual Holiday Gift Drive on Thursday in Stroudsburg.

Crews taking care of road conditions in Monroe County

The non-profit is collecting presents to give to those they help in the community.

Listing #PM-120442 - 258 Deer Path East Stroudsburg, PA. Search homes for sale, get school district and neighborhood info for East Stroudsburg, ...

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — 28/22 News caught up with DPW crews preparing for the storm in Monroe County on Thursday.

The Stroudsburg Borough Public Works Crew is ready to hit the streets.

They spent the day making sure their equipment was ready for a long night.

Harvey is a 33lb beagle rescued from a high kill shelter in NC. He was only 13lbs when he arrived at our rescue. He has finished his heartworm ...

258 Deer Path, East Stroudsburg, PA, 18302 is a 2100 sq. foot 4 bed, 3 bath house for sale. Price: $339950. View property details, photos, ...

This commercial 4.9-acre property for lease in Monroe County, PA features industrial opportunities and offers a great location along with a 4750 ...

Discover this stunning renovated home featuring three spacious bedrooms and three and a half modern bathrooms. The finished basement offers ...

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE OF PROPOSED BUDGET FOR THE BOROUGH OF DELAWARE WATER GAP Notice is hereby given that the Borough Council of the Borough of Delaware Water Gap, pursuant to Section 1308 of the Pennsylvania Borough Code, presented the proposed Budget for FY 2025 at a special meeting held on November 18, 2024. The proposed Budget is available for public inspection at the Borough Building, 49 Main Street, Delaware Water Gap, Pennsylvania 18327, during regular business hours.

133 Old Kettle Ct, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360 is a 3466 sq. foot 5 bed, 3 bath house for sale. Price: $639900. View property details, photos, ...

ESU football taking 'one and done' approach into NCAA playoffs

Photo of Spencer, Larry  Spencer, Larry

(1) count 6111(g)(4)(ii) Sale or Transfer of Firearms (F3)
(1) 4904 (B) Unsworn Falsification to Authorities (M3)

Age

66

Race

Black

Gender

Male

Height

6' 2"

Weight

230 lbs

Hair

Black Friday hours for major retailers in Monroe County are as follows. Best Buy. 300 Shoppes Stroud, Stroudsburg: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.. Five Below.

Listing #PM-120407 - 108 Lenape Drive East Stroudsburg, PA. Search homes for sale, get school district and neighborhood info for East Stroudsburg, ...

Located in desirable Stroud Township within only minutes to Routes 33 & 80! Lot Size: 17424 sq ft lot. Type: Residential Lots ...

Stroudsburg Events

Source Event Date
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 -
Stroudsburg Boro: Council Meeting -
4:30pm Streets Committee
Noon: Melissa Healy
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
5:15pm Parking 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 -