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Nairobi Block 248 (Gatharaini River)
Nairobi Block 248, Gatharaini River, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 248/ and the plot number. It covers about 66 ha in Kasarani ward and holds about 62 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 248
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 248/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 248/ 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 248
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruaraka and Ngumba | 100% | 12 | 50% | 600% | 0.05 ha |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 248
Survey plans for Block 248
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 248 commences at a point along road to Ngumba estate which intersects with Thika Highway at (263197.35mE, 9863732.79mN). It continues along the road in an easterly direction to point (264583.59mE, 9863861.39mN). Thence it takes south easterly turn and continues for 63.39 meters to point (264660.70mE, 9863800.00mN). The boundary takes a south westerly turn and continues for over a distance of 19039 meters to point (264481.24mE, 9863653.16mN), then another south easterly turn and continues for a distance of 278.38 meters to point of intersection with River Ruiruaka at (264650.63mE, 9863431.80mN). The boundary continues along River Ruiruaka in a westerly direction to point of intersection with Nairobi Block 238, Nairobi Block 189 and Nairobi Block 240 at (262913.11mE, 9863303.90mN) along Thika Highway. It takes a North easterly turn along Thika Highway and back to point (263197.35mE, 9863732.79mN). Nairobi Block 248 abuttals are Nairobi Block 247 on the North, Nairobi Block 159 to the East, Nairobi Block 240 on South and Nairobi Block 189 to the West.
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 248
What is Nairobi Block 248?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Gatharaini River. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 248/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 248?
About 62 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 0.0229 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 248?
In Kasarani ward, Kasarani sub-county, covering about 66 ha.
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 248?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 248/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 248/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.