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Nairobi Block 189 (Muthaiga North)
Nairobi Block 189, Muthaiga North, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 189/ and the plot number. It covers about 3.2 km² in Roysambu ward and holds about 985 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 189
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 189/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 189/ 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 189
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muthaiga North | 44% | — | — | — | — |
| Ridgeways | 43% | 1 | 50% | 100% | 0.2 ha |
| Along Thika Road | 13% | 20 | 50% | 1,000% | 0.1 ha |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 189
- Block 142 · Balozi
- Block 186 · Garden Estate
- Block 188 · Ridgeways
- Block 194 · Runda Evergreen
- Block 230 · Karura Gigiri
- Block 237 · Karura Forest
- Block 238 · GSU
- Block 247 · Queen of Apostles
- Block 248 · Gatharaini River
Survey plans for Block 189
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 260000mE, 9863346mN at the intersection of Kiambu road and Coffee Garden Drive. The boundary runs north along Kiambu road 1.6 kilometers to its intersection with Ridgeways road. It turns eastwards along the Ridgeways road on the southern boundary of block 188 to its intersection with ridgeways lane. Its continues 960 meters south along Ridgeways Lane, then 1.6 kilometers east along the road to its intersection with Garden Estate road at co-ordinate 262283 mE,9864078mN. It proceeds along Garden Estate Road southwards then East approximately 1 kilometer to its intersection with Thika Superhighway at co-ordinate 263262mE, 9863784mN. Then along Thika road southwards 600 meters to co-ordinates 262922mE, 9863308mN on the banks of Ruaraka river. Then along the rivers course upstream to co-ordinate 261917mE, 9863601mN. Thence south west in a straight line to co-ordinate 261752mE, 9863269mN. Then west in straight line 210 meters to co-ordinate 261542mE, 9863264mN. Then continues west along coffee garden drive to the point of commencement a distance of 1545 meters. Blocks 188 and 186(Garden Estate) abut on the north. Block 248 (Gatharaini River) on the eastern side. Blocks 237(Karura Forest), 238(GSU) and 142(Balozi) abut on the southern end. Blocks 230(Karura Gigiri) and 194(Runda Evergreen) abut on the western side.
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 189
What is Nairobi Block 189?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Muthaiga North. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 189/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 189?
About 985 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 0.198 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 189?
In Roysambu ward, Roysambu sub-county, covering about 3.2 km².
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 189?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 189/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 189/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.