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Nairobi Block 197 (Nyari)
Nairobi Block 197, Nyari, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 197/ and the plot number. It covers about 3.9 km² in Karura and Kitisuru wards and holds about 524 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 197
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 197/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 197/ 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 197
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nyari and Kitisuru | 100% | 1 | 25% | 50% | 0.2 ha |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 197
- Block 92 · Lake view Estate
- Block 94 · Nyari Estate
- Block 101 · Kitisuru
- Block 199 · Gachie
- Block 218 · Karura Spring Valley
- Block 229 · Two Rivers
Survey plans for Block 197
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 197 commences at co-ordinate (250374mE, 9865443mN), a point at the boundary of Nairobi County and Kiambu County, then thence South-easterly along the center line of Kinanda road which also act as the County boundary to co-ordinate (251905mE, 9864595mN). Thence North-easterly, South-easterly and again North-easterly to intersect with Red Hill Road at co-ordinate (253060mE, 9865030mN). Thence South-easterly direction along Red Hill Road for a distance of 600 meters to co-ordinate (253536mE, 9864705mN) where Nyari W Dr. Road joins Red Hill Road. Thence generally Southwards along Nyari W Dr. Road where it crosses Ngecha road at co-ordinate (253312mE, 964308mN) then continue running Southwards to intersect with Matundu River at co-ordinate (253129mE, 9864004mN) Thence westerly along Matundu River for a distance of 300 meters, thence Southwards to intersect with the centerline of Getathuru River at co-ordinate (252590mE, 9863081mN). Thence generally Westerly direction along the Centerline of Getarhuru River to co-ordinate (251388mE, 9863343mN) where it intersects with the county boundary of Kiambu and Nairobi. Thence Northwards to intersect with Matundu River at co-ordinate (251706mE, 9863727mN) and runs along it Westerly to co-ordinate (249924mE, 9864648mN), thence Northwards to the point of commencement. Nairobi Block 197 abuttals are Kiambu County to the North, Nairobi Block 229, Nairobi Block 94 (Nyari estate) and Nairobi Block 218 to the East, Nairobi Block 92 (Lake View), Nairobi Block 199 and Nairobi Block 101 (Kitisuru) to the South and Kiambu County to the West.
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 197
What is Nairobi Block 197?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Nyari. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 197/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 197?
About 524 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 0.205 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 197?
In Karura and Kitisuru wards, Westlands sub-county, covering about 3.9 km².
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 197?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 197/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 197/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.