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Nairobi Block 232 (Kahawa)
Nairobi Block 232, Kahawa, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 232/ and the plot number. It covers about 2.5 km² in Kahawa West ward and holds about 3 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 232
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 232/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 232/ 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 232
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kahawa West | 99% | 12 | 50% | 600% | 0.05 ha |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 232
- Block 119 · Ting'ang'a
- Block 231 · Kenyatta University
- Block 233 · Kahawa Jua Kali
- Block 235 · Kahawa Railway Station
Survey plans for Block 232
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
The Block 232 boundary commences at co-ordinate (267365E, 9869180N) near the Ruiru Railway line. It borders Block 233 (Kahawa Juakali) to the west and Block 231 (Kenyatta University) to the north. From thence it runs across the railway line in a north-eastward direction for 156.1 meters to co-ordinate (267480mE, 9869286mN) where it turns south-eastwards for 337.5 meters to co-ordinate (267710mE, 9869039mN). The boundary then continues in a general north-east direction for 799.7 meters to co-ordinate (268378mE, 9869456mN), then takes a South-eastward turn for 1267.1 meters to co-ordinate (269491mE, 9868847mN), where it turns southwards for 137.5 meters to its intersection with the Thika Super Highway at coordinate (269548mE, 9868722mN). The block borders Block 231 to the north and Kiambu County to the east. The boundary runs south-westwards along Thika road for 1668 meters to co-ordinate (268393mE, 9867518mN) where it exits the highway and borders Block 119 (Ting’ang’a) to the west. From thence it slightly moves northwards for 67 meters to coordinate (268353mE, 9867571mN) where it turns North-westwards for 189.1 meters to intersect with the railway line at coordinate (268168mE, 9867607mN). From thence the boundary follows the railway line in a general north direction for 773.4 meters to co-ordinate (267814mE, 9868268mN), where it borders Block 119 and Block 235, both to the west. The boundary continues northwards along the railway line for another 687.9 meters to co-ordinate (267663mE, 9868890mN) where it leaves the railway line and turns north-westwards for 44.4 meters to co-ordinate (267619mE, 9868899mN) where the block borders Block 235 and Block 132 (Kahawa West) to the south, and Block 233 to the west. From thence the boundary runs 378.7 meters north-westwards to the point whence it commenced.
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 232
What is Nairobi Block 232?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Kahawa. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 232/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 232?
About 3 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 5.57 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 232?
In Kahawa West ward, Roysambu sub-county, covering about 2.5 km².
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 232?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 232/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 232/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.