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Nairobi Block 15 (Thompson)
Nairobi Block 15, Thompson, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 15/ and the plot number. It covers about 1.6 km² in Kilimani ward and holds about 686 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 15
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 15/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 15/ 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 15
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilimani | 88% | 20 | 50% | 1,000% | 0.05 ha |
| Ngong Road Area | 9% | 30 | 50% | 1,500% | 0.05 ha |
| Lavington | 3% | 1 | 50% | 100% | 0.05 ha |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 15
- Block 13 · Lavington
- Block 14 · Hatheru
- Block 17 · Kilimani
- Block 63 · Impala
- Block 198 · Jamhuri Showground
Survey plans for Block 15
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
Nairobi Block 15 commences at co-ordinate (250822mE, 9857658mN), intersection between Kingara road and Gitanga road and also the intersection of Block 14(Hatheru) to the West and 13 (Lavington) to the North. Thence, it runs Eastwards along Gitanga road for a distance of 1463.4 meters to co-ordinate (252285mE, 9857594mN), an intersection with Ole Odume road. This is also the intersection with Block 17(Kilimani) to the East. The boundary runs southwards along Ole Odume road for 1101.6 meters to the intersection with Ngong road at co-ordinate (252249mE, 9856492mN). This is also the intersection with Block 63 (Impala) to the South. Thence, the boundary runs westwards along Ngong road for 1472.4 meters where it intersects with Kingara road at coordinate (250794mE, 9856632mN). This is the intersection of Block 14 to the West and Block 198 to the South. Thence, the boundary runs northwards along Kingara road for 1026.1 meters to where it commenced.
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 15
What is Nairobi Block 15?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Thompson. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 15/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 15?
About 686 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 0.194 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 15?
In Kilimani ward, Dagoretti North sub-county, covering about 1.6 km².
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 15?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 15/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 15/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.