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Nairobi Block 238 (GSU)
Nairobi Block 238, GSU, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 238/ and the plot number. It covers about 1.1 km² in Roysambu ward and holds about 134 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 238
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 238/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 238/ 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 238
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muthaiga North | 100% | — | — | — | — |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 238
- Block 142 · Balozi
- Block 189 · Muthaiga North
- Block 208 · Survey
- Block 237 · Karura Forest
- Block 240 · Chandaria
- Block 246 · Ruaraka
Survey plans for Block 238
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 238 commences at co-ordinates (262073.66mE, 9862130.74mN) on Thika Highway and proceeds north westerly over a distance of 39.07 meters to point (262042.90mE, 9862159.78mN). Thence continues in a north westerly direction to point (26905.10mE, 9862410.30mN) covering a distance of 293.31 meters. The boundary proceeds North in a straight line over a distance of 183.42 meters to point (261901.15mE, 9862603.75mN) thence westerly in a straight line for a distance of 368.13m to intersect with block 237 at point (261545.89, 9862703.52mN). The boundary runs north easterly for a distance of 43.57 meters before turning north over a distance of 520.99 meters to the intersection with Block 189 at (261544.59mE, 9863260.97mN). The boundary travels easterly for a distance of 208.26 meters to intersect with Nairobi Block 142 Balozi at point (261752.50mE, 9863269.74mN) thence in a slightly south easterly direction for a distance of 272.21 meters to point (262002.97mE, 9863165.90mN) before turning North Easterly for a distance of 314.48m to point (262106.19mE, 9863513.22mN) thence for a distance of 89.00 meters to intersect with River Karura at (262168.23mE, 9863576.82mN). The boundary runs along the river abutting Nairobi Block 189, to the intersection of Nairobi Block 248 and Nairobi Block 240, whence it takes a sharp south westerly turn for a distance of 585.43 meters to point (262680.48mE, 9862761.77mN). It continues in South Westerly direction for a distance of 880.49 meters back to commencement point. Nairobi Block 238 abuttals are Nairobi Block 189, and 142 to the North, Nairobi Block 240 to the East, Nairobi Block 246 and 208 to the South and Nairobi Block 237 to the West.
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 238
What is Nairobi Block 238?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as GSU. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 238/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 238?
About 134 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 0.0242 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 238?
In Roysambu ward, Roysambu sub-county, covering about 1.1 km².
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 238?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 238/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 238/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.