1847 Shadyside Drive, Tobyhanna, Monroe County, PA, 18466. For Sale.
Tobyhanna Township
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Address
105 Government Center Way
Pocono Pines, PA 18350
United States
Email
rbartal@tobyhannatownshippa.gov
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School District
Tax Rate
2.50 mills
Tobyhanna Township, located in northwestern Monroe County, Pennsylvania, is a vibrant and ecologically rich community in the heart of the Pocono Plateau Region. Known for its scenic beauty, outdoor recreation, and growing residential and commercial development, it’s a township that balances heritage, nature, and progress.
🗺️ Civic & Geographic Snapshot
- Established: 1830 (formed from Coolbaugh Township)
- Area: ~52.6 sq mi (136.2 km²), with ~4.6% water coverage
- Elevation: ~1,568 ft (478 m)
- Population: ~8,290 (2020 Census)
- School District: Pocono Mountain School District
🏘️ Villages & Communities
Tobyhanna Township includes several distinct villages and private communities:
- Blakeslee, Pocono Pines, Pocono Lake, Pocono Summit
- Over 20 private developments including Lake Naomi, Arrowhead Lake, Emerald Lakes, and Locust Lake Village
Note: The Village of Tobyhanna is not located in Tobyhanna Township—it remains part of neighboring Coolbaugh Township
🏞️ Nature & Recreation
- Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area: 130+ acres of pristine forest and waterfalls
- Pocono Bike & Hike Trail System: 28+ miles of eco-tourism and heritage trails
- Wilkes-Barre & Eastern Railway Trail: Includes a 1.7-mile walking path near the Revolutionary War site of Hungry Hill
🛣️ Transportation & Access
- Served by Interstate 80 (east-west) and Interstate 380 (north-south)
- ~88.7 miles of public roads, with a mix of township and PennDOT maintenance
🏠 Short-Term Rentals (STRs)
- Ordinance: Enacted in 2022; revised in 2024 to adjust occupancy limits and fines
- License Cap: A cap on STR licenses is now in place, so caution is advised when purchasing property for rental use
- STR Friendliness: Rated somewhat STR-friendly, with zoning and licensing limitations
🌄 Township Identity
Tobyhanna Township is a place where natural beauty meets thoughtful development. With its lakeside communities, forested trails, and growing infrastructure, it offers a high quality of life for residents and a memorable experience for visitors. Whether you're hiking Hungry Hill or relaxing in Pocono Pines, the township invites you to explore, reflect, and connect.
Short Term Rental Information
Tobyhanna Township approved a short-term rental ordinance in 2022. A revision to the ordinance was adopted in February of 2024 that changed the occupancy limit to 2 per bedroom + 2 and reduced fines for violations to be within state guidelines. Tobyhanna Township recently imposed a cap on the number of short term rentals licenses and due to the uncertainties surrounding license issuance, caution is advised when purchasing in Tobyhanna Township. Details on Tobyhanna Township’s STR portal.
Tobyhanna Township News
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Pocono Mountain School District
P.O. Box 200,
Swiftwater, PA 18370-0200
October 4, 2023
Dear Parents/Guardians,
All schools in Pocono Mountain School District are participating in the Community Eligibility
Program (CEP) for the 2023-24 school year, which means all students in kindergarten through
grade 12 are eligible to receive a free breakfast and free lunch when attending school in-person
on school days.
In addition, every household with a child attending a Pocono Mountain School District school
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