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Nairobi Block 199 (Gachie)
Nairobi Block 199, Gachie, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 199/ and the plot number. It covers about 2.9 km² in Kitisuru ward and holds about 505 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 199
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 199/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 199/ 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 199
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loresho | 63% | 1 | 35% | 50% | 0.1 ha |
| Nyari and Kitisuru | 37% | 1 | 25% | 50% | 0.2 ha |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 199
- Block 64 · Dagorreti Kangemi
- Block 81 · Laiboni
- Block 92 · Lake view Estate
- Block 101 · Kitisuru
- Block 174 · Mathare Area II
- Block 197 · Nyari
- Block 249 · Lower Kabete
Survey plans for Block 199
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 199 commences at co-ordinate (250328mE, 9864494mN), where its Westerly boundary intersects with Matundu River then runs along the centerline of the river to intersect with Ngecha road at co-ordinate (251683mE, 9863660mN). Thence Westerly direction along Ngecha road for a distance of 300 meters to intersect with Kitisuru road at coordinate (251398mE, 9863631mN), then thence Eastwards along Kitisuru road for a distance of 157 meters to co-ordinate (251539mE, 9863560mN). Thence South-easterly, then South-westerly to co-ordinate (251397mE, 9863333mN) to intersect with the centerline of Getathuru River then runs along it for a distance of 180 meters to co-ordinate (251558mE, 9863274mN). Thence generally Southwardly along the Westerly Block boundary of Nairobi Block 92, where it crosses Lower Kabete Road at co-ordinate (251596mE, 9862572mN) to intersect with the centerline of Mathari River at co-ordinate (251638mE, 9862382mN). Thence Westerly direction along the centerline of Mathari River to co-ordinate (248957mE, 9862907mN) to intersect with Easterly boundary of Nairobi Block 249 and runs along it Northwards to it intersects with Gitathuru River at coordinate (249271mE, 9863467mN). Thence Eastwards along the centerline of Gitathuru River to co-ordinate (249679mE, 9863311mN) then thence northwards along the Eastern Block boundary of Nairobi Block 101 back to the point where it commenced. Nairobi Block 199 abuttals are Nairobi Block 197 to the North, Nairobi Block 92 to the East, Nairobi Block 174, Nairobi Block 90 and Nairobi Block 80 to the South and Nairobi Block 249 and Nairobi Block 101 to the West.
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 199
What is Nairobi Block 199?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Gachie. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 199/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 199?
About 505 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 0.247 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 199?
In Kitisuru ward, Westlands sub-county, covering about 2.9 km².
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 199?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 199/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 199/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.