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Nairobi Block 174 (Mathare Area II)
Nairobi Block 174, Mathare Area II, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 174/ and the plot number. It covers about 3.1 km² in Kitisuru and Parklands/Highridge wards and holds about 1,447 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 174
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 174/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 174/ 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 174
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyuna | 41% | 1 | 35% | 50% | 0.1 ha |
| Upper Springvalley | 37% | 1 | 25% | 50% | 0.05 ha |
| Loresho | 23% | 1 | 35% | 50% | 0.1 ha |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 174
- Block 1 · Churchill
- Block 3 · ChristChurch
- Block 5 · Upper Parklands
- Block 64 · Dagorreti Kangemi
- Block 92 · Lake view Estate
- Block 199 · Gachie
- Block 218 · Karura Spring Valley
Survey plans for Block 174
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 174 commences at its intersection with block 130 at co-ordinate (262851mE, 9861395mN). The boundary runs South West along Mathare river for a distance of 2210 meters to co-ordinate (261229mE, 9860770mN) where it intersects with Mathare North road at co-ordinate (262216mE, 9861143mN). Then the boundary runs North East for a distance of 83 meters to co-ordinate (261283mE, 9860834mN) and then North East for a distance of 98 meters to co-ordinate (261356mE, 9860769mN). The boundary follows a curvilinear path for a distance of 930 meters to co-ordinate (262011mE, 9861296mN). It runs north for a distance of 338meters to (261950mE, 9861629mN). It runs North East along Raila road for a distance of 1919 meters where it intersects with Outering Road at co-ordinate (263754mE, 9862095mN). The boundary runs along Outering road to the South for a distance of 179 meters to co-ordinate (263851mE, 9861934mN). It follows a curve for a distance of 234 meters towards South west at co-ordinate (263636mE, 9861839mN) then further towards South West along Mathare river for a distance of 1090 meters to where it commenced. It intersects with Huruma Road at co-ordinate (263182mE, 9861609mN). The Block is bordered by Block 246 to the North, Block 251 to the East, Block 130 and 191 to the South and Block 45 to the West.
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 174
What is Nairobi Block 174?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Mathare Area II. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 174/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 174?
About 1,447 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 0.0142 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 174?
In Kitisuru and Parklands/Highridge wards, Westlands sub-county, covering about 3.1 km².
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 174?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 174/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 174/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.