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Nairobi Block 218 (Karura Spring Valley)
Nairobi Block 218, Karura Spring Valley, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 218/ and the plot number. It covers about 6.2 km² in Karura, Kitisuru and Parklands/Highridge wards and holds about 858 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 218
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 218/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 218/ 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 218
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karura Forest | 40% | — | — | — | — |
| New Muthaiga | 35% | 1 | 25% | 50% | 0.2 ha |
| Kitusuru | 14% | 1 | 35% | 50% | 0.1 ha |
| Nyari and Kitisuru | 8% | 1 | 25% | 50% | 0.2 ha |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 218
- Block 5 · Upper Parklands
- Block 6 · Marlborough
- Block 7 · Westlands
- Block 8 · Muthaiga West
- Block 91 · Gigiri
- Block 92 · Lake view Estate
- Block 94 · Nyari Estate
- Block 174 · Mathare Area II
- Block 197 · Nyari
- Block 229 · Two Rivers
- Block 230 · Karura Gigiri
Survey plans for Block 218
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 218 Boundary commences at co-ordinate (254020mE, 9864724mN) along Redhill Road and runs eastwards along the road for a distance of 1830 meters to co-ordinate (255333mE, 9863816mN). Thence southwards along the Embassy of Norway for a distance of 290 meters to co-ordinate (255292mE, 9863525mN) where it intersects with the boundary of Sigiria-Karura Forest. The boundary then runs southeastwards along the boundary of Sigiria-Karura Forest for a distance of 2300 meters to co-ordinate (256868mE, 9862321mN) where it intersects with Limuru road. It then turns southwestwards still along the boundary of Sigiria-Karura Forest for a distance of 880 meters to co-ordinate (256249mE, 98622015mN) along Getathuru River. Thence southwards for a distance of 380 meters to co-ordinate (256255mE, 9861637mN), then Westwards for a distance of 720 meters to co-ordinate (255650mE, 9861738mN). The boundary then runs northwards for a distance of 385 meters to intersect with Getathuru River at co-ordinate (255858mE, 9862060mN). The boundary proceeds westwards along Getathuru River for a distance of 1870 meters to co-ordinate (254331mE, 9862686mN). Thence southwards for a distance of 586 meters to co-ordinate (254046mE, 9862173mN) where it joins Mathare River. The boundary runs westwards along Mathare River for a distance of 95 meters to co-ordinate (253962mE, 9862144mN). It then turns southeastwards for a distance of 60 meters to join General Mathenge road at co-ordinate (254013mE, 9862115mN). Thence southwards along General Mathenge road for a distance of 308 meters to intersect Lower Kabete Road at co-ordinate (253870mE, 9861842mN). The Boundary then runs westwards along Lower Kabete Road for a distance of 1223 meters to coordinate (252787mE, 9862308mN) where it turns generally northwards for a distance of 700 meters to intersect with Getathuru River at co-ordinate (253127mE, 9862917mN). Thence westwards along Getathuru River to intersect with Westlands Redhill road Link at co-ordinate (252581mE, 9863086mN). It then turns northwards and runs along Westlands Redhill road Link for a distance of 430 meters to co-ordinate (252613mE, 9863525mN) where it turns eastwards along Matundu River for a distance of 190 meters to co-ordinate (252799mE, 9863474mN). Turns northwards for a distance of 600 meters to intersect with a river at co-ordinate (253105mE, 9864046mN). It then runs along the river eastwards for a distance of 1470M to co-ordinate (254386mE, 9863818mN). Turns generally northwards for a distance of 380M to co-ordinate (254518mE, 9864216mN). Thence northwestwards for a distance of 638 meters to co-ordinate (253966mE, 9864530mN) where it then turns northwards and runs for a distance of 192 meters to the point where it commenced. Nairobi Block 218 abuttals are Nairobi Block 229 and Nairobi Block 94 to the North, Nairobi Block 91, Nairobi Block 230 and Nairobi Block 8 to the East, Nairobi Block 7, Nairobi Block 6 and Nairobi Block 174 to the South and Nairobi Block 92 and Nairobi Block 197 to the West.
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 218
What is Nairobi Block 218?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Karura Spring Valley. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 218/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 218?
About 858 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 0.215 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 218?
In Karura, Kitisuru and Parklands/Highridge wards, Westlands sub-county, covering about 6.2 km².
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 218?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 218/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 218/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.