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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

It’s only 2,700 feet of fresh pavement, but for people and businesses on either side of the Delaware Water Gap, it’s a lifeline.

On Tuesday morning, PennDOT will remove what seemed to be permanent “road closed” signs across Route 611, and the important link between the Lehigh Valley and the Poconos will be open to traffic for the first time in nearly two years.

ESU women's hoops bringing positive energy as new era starts this week

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Retail Theft

CaseCreated Nov 2, 2024 / Updated Nov 5, 2024On Friday, November 1, 2024 at about 3:20 PM, Officers were dispatched to 100 Pocono Commons Dr, Stroudsburg (TJ Maxx) for a retail theft.

Walk is the largest event to raise funds and awareness for the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer's Association®. It's held annually ...

Discover the pinnacle of luxury in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania! This fully modernized estate boasts breathtaking views of the golf course ...

5203 Milford Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 is a single-family home listed for rent at $2200 /mo. The -- sqft home is a 4 beds, ...

The Stroudsburg Varsity Chess Club is preparing to begin the 2024-2025 season and is looking to improve from the 2023-2024 season. Last year, Stroudsburg began a rebuilding year after losing many of its top members. Fortunately for them, it seems the rebuild will end sooner than expected.

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE OF COMMITTEE MEETINGS TAKE NOTICE that the Bo-rough Council of Delaware Water Gap’s November Shade Tree Committee meeting scheduled on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 6:00 p.m., has been rescheduled to Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. Additionally, the Finance/Budget Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 12, 2024, has been rescheduled to Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. Both committee meetings will be held at the Borough Building, 49 Main Street, Delaware Water Gap, Pennsylvania 18327.

How ES South football came to have three 1,000-yard players in 2024

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18 2702A3 Aggravated Assault (F2) (1 count) (18) 2701 (a)(1) Simple Assault (M2) (1) count 3733 (A) Fleeing or Attempting to Elude Officer(M2) (1 count) (18) 5104 Resisting Arrest (M2) (1 Count) (75) 3802 A1 DUI GENERAL IMPAIRMENT (M)

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STROUDSBURG, Pa. — Folks came together Sunday for an early Veterans Day celebration in Monroe County. The Monroe County Veterans Association ...

240 Edgemont Road, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 is a single family home listed for sale at $269900. This is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1220 sqft property.

STROUDSBURG, Pa. — Folks came together Sunday for an early Veterans Day celebration in Monroe County. The Monroe County Veterans Association ...

In East Stroudsburg, PA, the Shelter Program is dedicated to providing critical assistance to families experiencing homelessness in Monroe and ...

2 bed, 2 bath, 1700 SQFT Rental. Nice Large Apartment for you to enjoy with a great location... .

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 00:00:00

Involuntary Transfer of Title In The Court Of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Pennsylvania Docket number 4119 CV 2024 A petition has been filed that on November 7th, 2024 at 2:30 pm, in a Courtroom to be determined, Monroe County Courthouse, Stroudsburg Pennsylvania, seeking Certificate of Title for the following abandoned vehicle: Vehicle is identified as a: 1989 Dodge Ram Charger VIN: 3B4GM17Z9KM925743 Publication Dates LSOM0171770

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 00:00:00

Public Notice The Stroud Township Planning Commission has scheduled a special meeting on Wednesday, November 6th, 2024 at 6 p.m. to discuss amending Schedule 27-1 to allow mixed commercial and residential use in the C-1 Zoning District and to discuss any other business that may come before the Commission. The meeting will be held at the Stroud Township Municipal Center at 1211 North Fifth Street, Stroudsburg, PA. Taylor Wenck, Planning Commission Chairman ?11/3/24

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Alfred Maffia, File No. 45-24-0572, late of Stroudsburg, Monroe County County, PA. Any person or persons having claim against or indebted to estate present same to Administrator Daniel Maffia, 2 Ledgerock Lane, Rochester, NY 14618 Mattes & Mattes, P.C., P.O. Box 222, Dalton, PA 18414 Publication Dates LSOM0177425

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 00:00:00

June Stern and Ira Stern v. Zachary Stern and Mary Graham No.: 00279-CV-2024 Notice: You have been sued in Court for Custody. If you wish to defend, you must enter a written appearance personally or by attorney and file your defenses or objections in writing with the court. You are warned that if you fail to do so, the case may proceed without you and a judgment may be entered against you without further notice for relief requested by Plaintiffs. You may also lost money or property or other rights important to you.

1.69 Acres. County:Monroe. NEW PRICE! Cant-Miss Opportunity to Own Just Under 2 Acres of Land in Great Stroud Township Location! Situated on a ...

More Information MLS# PM-120031 · Address Information · Listing Location Information · Property Information · Office Information · Financing · Miscellaneous.

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2024-027245

CaseNov 2, 2024On Friday, November 1, 2024 at about 3:20 PM, Officers were dispatched to 100 Pocono Commons Dr, Stroudsburg (TJ Maxx) for a retail theft.

For Sale: 3 beds, 2 baths, 2479 SqFt, 309 Hemlock Lane, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 is a Single Family Residence home listed at $3300, MLS #PM-120024.

Sold: 4 beds, 1 bath, 1233 sq. ft. house located at 184 Meyers St, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 sold for $240000 on Oct 22, 2024.

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 -