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Nairobi Block 187 (Kayole)
Nairobi Block 187, Kayole, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 187/ and the plot number. It covers about 2.6 km² in Kayole South, Kayole Central and Kayole North wards and holds about 5,055 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 187
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 187/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 187/ 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 187
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kayole | 89% | 15 | 50% | 750% | 0.05 ha |
| Komarock | 10% | 15 | 50% | 750% | 0.05 ha |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 187
- Block 111 · Komarock
- Block 133 · Komarock
- Block 134 · Komarock
- Block 156 · Komarock 1
- Block 157 · Kiambu Dandora
- Block 166 · Embakasi Garison
- Block 167 · Patanisho
- Block 178 · Kayole Soweto
- Block 190 · Kayole Matopeni
Survey plans for Block 187
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
Commencing at co-ordinate 268309mE, 9858424mN on the edge of Ngong River, the boundary runs west along Masimba road up to its intersection with Kayole Spine Road a distance of approximately 1.3 kilometers. Thence south west 187 meters along Kayole Spine road to co-ordinate 266985mE, 9858808mN. Thence generally northwesterly in a straight line to coordinate 266801mE, 9859147mN a distance of 381m. Thence 478m North East to co-ordinate 267091mE, 9859528 mN, then 168m south east to co-ordinate 267198 mE,9859397mN, then 67 meters north east to co-ordinate 267250mE, 9859440mN, thence 179 m south east to co-ordinate 267367 mE,9859303 mN where it intersects with Kayole Spine road. Thence runs generally in a north easterly direction along Kayole Spine road a distance of 1.972 kilimeters to co-ordinate 268518mE, 9860862mN. Then turns east a distance of 326 meters to co-ordinate 268853mE, 9860853mN. Thence turns southwards a distance of 734 m to the point of intersection with Ngong River. Then further south along the river’s course upstream to the point of commencement. The abutting blocks on the western side include blocks 157(Kiambu Dandora), 156(Komarock 1), 134(Komarock), 133(Komarock), and 111(Komarock). Block 190(Kayole Matopeni) abuts on the northern end. Block 166(Embakasi Garrisson) abuts on the east and south. Block 178(Kayole Soweto) and 167(Patanisho) abut on the southern end.
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 187
What is Nairobi Block 187?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Kayole. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 187/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 187?
About 5,055 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 0.015 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 187?
In Kayole South, Kayole Central and Kayole North wards, Embakasi Central sub-county, covering about 2.6 km².
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 187?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 187/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 187/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.