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Nairobi Block 18 (Ruai)
Nairobi Block 18, Ruai, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 18/ and the plot number. It covers about 6.7 km² in Ruai ward.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 18
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 18/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 18/ 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 18
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruai Residential | 99% | 4 | 50% | 200% | 0.05 ha |
Wards
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Survey plans for Block 18
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 18 commences at co-ordinate (277629mE, 9863251mN), an intersection with Nairobi River, and also intersection of Block 105 (Embakasi Ranching) to the North and Block 221 to the North.Thence runs Eastwards along Nairobi River for a distance of 528.4 meters to intersection of Nairobi and Kiambu county boundary at co-ordinate (278050mE, 9863491mN). Thence, it continues Eastwards along Nairobi River for 2611.9 meters to intersection with Block 200 (Ruai) to the East at co-ordinate (279825mE, 9864803mN). Thence, it runs southwards for a distance of 2424.1 meters to intersection with Block 200 (Ruai) to the East and Block 136 (Embakasi Ranching) to the South at co-ordinate (281233mE, 9862829mN). The boundary runs westwards to intersection with Block 136 (Embakasi Ranching) to the south and Block 105 (Embakasi Ranching) to the west at co-ordinate (278519mE, 9861127mN). Thence, the boundary runs northwards for a distance of 2302.8meters 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 18
What is Nairobi Block 18?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Ruai. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 18/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
Where is Nairobi Block 18?
In Ruai ward, Kasarani sub-county, covering about 6.7 km².
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 18?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 18/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 18/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.