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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

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 00:00:00

Estate of Louisa O. Hayes, also known as Louisa Olga Gonzalez-Hayes ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Louisa O. Hayes, also known as Louisa Olga Gonzalez-Hayes, late of Hamilton Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania.

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Elhajj M. Muhammad, a/k/a El Hajj Malik Muhammad, a/k/a El Hajj M. Muhammad, a/k/a Elhajj Muhammad, Late of Township of Smithfield, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased August 16, 2022.

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 00:00:00

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TAKE NOTICE that the Stroud Township Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing at the Stroud Township Municipal Center, 1211 N. 5th Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360, on Thursday, November 21, 2024, beginning at 3:00 P.M. The purpose of the hearing is to consider the application of Christopher and Natalee Hercik for an exemption from the 100’ well isolation distance required by 25 Pa. Code § 73.13. The Herciks propose to construct a replacement septic system within 100’ of their own well on the subject property.

Robert T. Smith, 91, of Stroudsburg, PA, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at St. Luke's Hospital - Monroe Campus. Born in Stroudsburg ...

Stroud Mansion Museum & Library • Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania ... © 2022 Monroe County Historical Association | 900 Main Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360

North RB Deresky-Martinez leads turnaround with 1,000-yard season

A look at the District 11 5A title game between Whitehall and East Stroudsburg South and the 4A semifinal featuring Bethlehem Catholic.

This residential 2.21-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA features waterfront access and can be your dream property with a 3700 square ...

Photo of Bressi, Joshua Joseph Bressi, Joshua Joseph

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

Age

34

Race

White

Gender

Male

Height

6' 2"

Weight

250 lbs

Robert Smith Obituary Robert T. Smith, 91, of Stroudsburg, PA, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at St. Luke's Hospital - Monroe Campus.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Ahead of Veterans Day on Monday, November 11, a school in Monroe County is honoring those past and present who serve our country.

Over 1,400 flags line the school lawn of Stroudsburg High School.

This was organized through the school's Community Connections Club.

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VanWhy, a Republican, previously served on the East Stroudsburg school board. The district includes parts of Monroe and Pike counties. Follow ...

See which Pocono golfers made the all-EPC teams this fall

Suite 107 is available in Downtown Stroudsburg. PA. This unit is TURN-KEY and features 2 Private offices (WITH WINDOWS) and a small waiting/resection ...

Video: A Harris voter in Stroudsburg says she will bring calmness, positive economic changes and a commitment to the rule of law.

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Tue, 05 Nov 2024 00:00:00

SECTION 001116 – INVITATION TO BID Notice is hereby given that Pocono Mountains Economic Development Corporation (PMEDC) will receive sealed bids online via the PennBid Program (http://pennbid.bonfirehub.com) until 11:00 AM prevailing time on Thursday, November 21, 2024 for the SR 209 Improvements at Smithfield Gateway. The work includes but is not limited to all labor, materials, tools, oversight and permits required to complete asphalt paving, concrete paving, signage, and fencing construction.

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ES South football motivated by EPC snubs ahead of district title game

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 -
Noon: Christina High - American Cancer Society
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 -

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 -