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Nairobi Block 234 (Kamiti Prison)
Nairobi Block 234, Kamiti Prison, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 234/ and the plot number. It covers about 4.5 km² in Kahawa West ward and holds about 228 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 234
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 234/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 234/ 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 234
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kahawa West | 98% | 12 | 50% | 600% | 0.05 ha |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 234
- Block 117 · Kamiti Farmers
- Block 132 · Kahawa West
- Block 231 · Kenyatta University
- Block 233 · Kahawa Jua Kali
Survey plans for Block 234
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 234 boundary commences at co-ordinate (264869mE, 9870531mN) on Kamiti Road, near the Kahawa Law Courts. It borders Kiambu County to the west and north. From thence the boundary runs in a north-east direction along the Nairobi – Kiambu counties boundary for 1860.2 meters to co-ordinate (265996mE, 9871943mN) where it takes a turn southwards for 139.3 meters to co-ordinate (266046mE, 9871814mN) still along the county boundary. The boundary then runs eastwards along the county boundary and a small valley for 2601.9 meters to co-ordinate (268510mE, 9871670mN), where it turns southwards for 213.3 meters and crosses the Northern Bypass to co-ordinate (268558mE, 9871462mN). Here the block borders Block 117 (Kamiti Farmers) to the south and Kiambu County to the west. The boundary slightly turns westwards for 30.9 meters to co-ordinate (268529mE, 9871465mN) on the Northern Bypass and runs southwards along the road for 187.7 meters to co-ordinate (268452mE, 9871300mN). From thence the boundary runs in a north-west direction for 677.2 meters to co-ordinate (267841mE, 9871570mN). It then takes a short south-west turn for 181.9 meters to co-ordinate (267729mE, 987426mN), followed by a southward run across Kamae Road of 166.5 meters to coordinate (267847mE, 9871315mN). The boundary runs south-westwards for 394.9 meters to co-ordinate (267706mE, 9870945mN) and turns further to south-west for 387.6 meters to co-ordinate (267376E, 9870743N), where it borders Block 117 and Block 231, both to the west. The boundary then continues in the same direction for 857.9 meters to co-ordinate (266643mE, 9870297mN) where it intersects with a river valley. From thence the boundary runs along the river valley in general east direction for 558.8 meters to co-ordinate (267062mE, 9870090mN), where it borders Block 231 to the west and Block 233 to the south. It then runs 1116.2 meters south-westwards to the intersection with Kahawa Station Road at co-ordinate (266155mE, 9869440mN) where it borders Block 132 (Kahawa West) to the south and Block 233. The boundary then runs in a general north-west direction along Kahawa Station Road for 600.8 meters to the intersection with Kamiti Road at co-ordinate (265567mE, 9869562mN). From thence the boundary runs in a north-west direction for 1200.8 meters along Kamiti Road to the point where it commenced.
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 234
What is Nairobi Block 234?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Kamiti Prison. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 234/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 234?
About 228 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 0.1 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 234?
In Kahawa West ward, Roysambu sub-county, covering about 4.5 km².
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 234?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 234/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 234/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.