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Nairobi Block 12 (Bernhard)
Nairobi Block 12, Bernhard, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 12/ and the plot number. It covers about 1.8 km² in Kilimani ward and holds about 477 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 12
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 12/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 12/ and the plot. Capital letters, spaces and words like “Nairobi” or “Block” do not matter. The map opens on the parcel, with its size, its zoning and its survey plans. The details behind a parcel are for Gold and Platinum members; the outlines are free to see.
Zoning in Block 12
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lavington | 100% | 1 | 50% | 100% | 0.05 ha |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 12
- Block 2 · Muthangari
- Block 13 · Lavington
- Block 21 · Kenya High School
- Block 64 · Dagorreti Kangemi
- Block 66 · Riruta Satellite
Survey plans for Block 12
The Registry Index Map sheets for this block show every parcel in it with its number. On the map, tap the block in the Survey Blocks layer: each sheet is listed and can be bought on its own by Gold and Platinum members. A parcel’s own survey plan (FR) is in its details.
The block’s gazetted boundary
The general location of the block is Lavington area. The Block 12 boundary commences at the intersection of Convent Road and a River Valley on the block’s North-West corner (also its intersection with Nairobi block 66 (Dagoretti Riruta) and Nairobi block 64 (Dagorreti Kangemi), co-ordinate (250731mE, 9859800mN). The boundary then runs eastwards along the river valley for a distance of 1063.2 meters to co-ordinate (252666mE, 9859892mN). Nairobi Block 12 borders Nairobi Block 2 (Muthangari) to the North. The boundary then turns southwards for a distance of 131.3 meters, to co-ordinate (251660mE, 9859761mN). The boundary then turns eastwards for a distance of 96.5 meters where it joins Mbabane road at its intersection with Muhoya Avenue, at co-ordinate (251756mE, 9859753mN). The boundary then further runs eastwards along Mbabane road for distance of 1006.5 meters to the road’s intersection with Mzima Springs road at co-ordinate (252750mE, 9859628mN). The boundary then runs Southwards along Mzima Springs road for a distance of 649.7 meters to co-ordinate (252483mE, 9859075mN), then continues Westwards along the same road for a distance of 173.7 meters to co-ordinate (252310mE, 9859090mN). The boundary then runs southwards for a distance of 189.6 meters, where it meets Olenguruone road at co-ordinate (252294mE, 9858901mN). The boundary then runs Eastwards along Olenguruone road for a distance of 320.8 meters to co-ordinate (252610mE, 9858847mN) where the road intersects with Mugumo road. The boundary slightly turns South-eastwards for a distance of 20.8 meters on Mugumo road. This is an intersection with two other blocks; Block 21 (Kenya High School) – to the East and Block 13 (Lavington) to the South East at co-ordinate (252620mE, 9858829mN). The Boundary then continues along Mugumo road for a distance of 552.9 meters to co-ordinate (252174mE, 9858572mN). This is an intersection to Ndoto road. The boundary then runs along Ndoto road in a North-west direction for a distance of 521 meters to co-ordinate (251796mE, 9858896mN), which is an intersection to James Gichuru road. It then runs Southwards along James Gichuru road for a distance of 218.8 meters to co-ordinate (251684mE, 9858709mN), which is an intersection to Isaac Gathanju road. Along Isaac Gathanju road, the boundary runs in the general North-west direction for a distance of 631.9 meters to coordinate (251112mE, 9858974mN), where it continues in the same direction but on Chalbi drive for another 319.3 meters, to co-ordinate (250831mE, 9859103mN). The boundary then runs Westwards for a distance of 131.2 meters to co-ordinate (250703mE, 9859073mN), which is an intersection of Block 13 (Lavington) to the South, and Block 66 (Riruta Satellite) to the West. The block then runs in the general North direction for a distance of 727.7 meters to the point where it commenced.
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 12
What is Nairobi Block 12?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Bernhard. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 12/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 12?
About 477 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 0.316 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 12?
In Kilimani ward, Dagoretti North sub-county, covering about 1.8 km².
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 12?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 12/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 12/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.