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Nairobi Block 188 (Ridgeways)
Nairobi Block 188, Ridgeways, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 188/ and the plot number. It covers about 2.9 km² in Roysambu ward and holds about 398 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 188
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 188/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 188/ 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 188
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeways | 100% | 1 | 50% | 100% | 0.2 ha |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 188
- Block 186 · Garden Estate
- Block 189 · Muthaiga North
- Block 194 · Runda Evergreen
- Block 219 · Windsor
Survey plans for Block 188
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-ordinates 261272mE, 9864491mN runs West a distance of 319 meters to co-ordinate 260975mE, 9864374mN at Kigwa road. Thence South along Kigwa road to its intersection with Ridgeways Lane at co-ordinate 261604mE, 9864309mN. Thence East along Ridgeways Lane to co-ordinate 260628mE, 9864283mN and then 960 meters north along the same road to its intersection with Ridgeways road at co-ordinate 260200mE, 9865149mN. Thence south westerly along Ridgeways Road to its intersection with Kiambu road at co-ordinate 259396mE, 9864818mN. Thence northwards for approximately 2.2 kilometers along Kiambu road to co-ordinate 258654mE, 9866848mN on the bank of Kigwa River. Then along the course of the river downstream to co-ordinate 259542mE, 9866485mN. It then runs South East in a straight line 1.2 kilometers to co-ordinate 260657mE, 9866019mN on Kigwa road. Then turns southward along Kigwa road 1.6 kilometers to the point of commencement. The abutting blocks are 194 (Runda Evergreen) on the west, block 219(Marurui) and 186(Garden Estate) on the east and block 189(Muthaiga North) on the southern end. Kiambu County abuts the blocks’ northern side.
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 188
What is Nairobi Block 188?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Ridgeways. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 188/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 188?
About 398 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 0.204 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 188?
In Roysambu ward, Roysambu sub-county, covering about 2.9 km².
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 188?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 188/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 188/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.