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Nairobi Block 229 (Two Rivers)
Nairobi Block 229, Two Rivers, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 229/ and the plot number. It covers about 5.9 km² in Karura ward and holds about 589 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 229
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 229/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 229/ 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 229
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Runda Residential | 53% | 1 | 25% | 50% | 0.2 ha |
| Runda Commercial Core | 46% | 20 | 50% | 1,000% | 0.2 ha |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 229
- Block 91 · Gigiri
- Block 94 · Nyari Estate
- Block 100 · Kigwaru
- Block 196 · Runda
- Block 197 · Nyari
- Block 218 · Karura Spring Valley
Survey plans for Block 229
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 229 Boundary commences at co-ordinate (254145mE, 9868422mN) on the Nairobi and Kiambu Counties’ boundary. From thence, the boundary runs in the South-east direction along Nairobi County boundary for 382.2 meters to coordinate (254255mE, 9868131mN), then Eastwards for 176 meters to co-ordinate (254429mE, 9868133mN). It then turns Northeastwards for 262 meters to co-ordinate (254652mE, 9868250mN) where it joins Blue Berry Drive. The boundary then runs in the South-east direction for 248.6 meters along the Blue Berry Drive at co-ordinate (254867mE, 9868126mN), then southwards for 45.5 meters to the intersection with Block 100 (Kigwaru) to the east at co-ordinate (254872mE, 9868080mN). The boundary continues southwards 2363 meters to the intersection with Block 100 and Block 196, both to the east, at co-ordinate (255135mE, 9865731mN). From thence, it turns slightly North-westwards for 5.5 meters to co-ordinate (255131mE, 9865736mN), then Southwards for 38.2 meters to co-ordinate (255124mE, 9865698mN) where it joins Limuru Road. The boundary runs along Limuru Road in a general South-east direction to it its intersection with Block 196 and Block 91 (Gigiri), at co-ordinate (255421mE, 9864909mN). It leaves Limuru Road and takes a Southward turn for 591.7 meters to coordinate (255421mE, 9864325mN), then turns Eastwards for 143.2 meters to co-ordinate (255562mE, 9864301mN) where it rejoins Limuru Road. The boundary continues along Limuru Road in a general South direction to it its intersection with Red Hill Road, at co-ordinate (255498mE, 9863738mN). From thence, the boundary takes a general West direction along Red Hill Road for 178.6 meters to co-ordinate (255337mE, 9863816mN), where it intersects with Block 91 and Block 218. The block boundary continues Westwards along Red Hill Road for 440.7 meters to co-ordinate (254963mE, 9864048mN), then Northwards for 1393.3 meters to co-ordinate (254018mE, 9864715mN) where it intersects with Block 218 and Block 94 (Nyari Estate), both to the south. The block boundary continues westwards along the same Road for another 482.1 meters to co-ordinate (253536mE, 9864705mN), where it intersects with Block 94 (Nyari Estate) and Block 197, both to the south. From thence, the boundary runs in the North-west direction still along Red Hill Road for 595.9 meters to co-ordinate (253052mE, 965049mN) where it intersects with Block 197 and rejoins the Nairobi County boundary. It then runs Northwards along the Nairobi County Boundary for 879.4 meters to co-ordinate (253455mE, 9865830mN) then slightly turns for 139.5 meters to co-ordinate (253355E, 9865915N), then Northwards for another 937.7 meters to co-ordinate (254037mE, 9866558mN). The boundary then runs Northwestwards for 919.7 meters to co-ordinate (253410mE, 9866869mN), then turns Northwards for 199 meters to co-ordinate (253398mE, 9867051mN). From thence, the boundary runs North-eastwards, along the Nairobi County Boundary, for a distance of 1770.8 meters to the point of commencement.
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 229
What is Nairobi Block 229?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Two Rivers. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 229/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 229?
About 589 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 0.202 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 229?
In Karura ward, Westlands sub-county, covering about 5.9 km².
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 229?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 229/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 229/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.