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Nairobi Block 47 (Karen Mutuini)
Nairobi Block 47, Karen Mutuini, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 47/ and the plot number. It covers about 17.2 km² in Karen and Ngando wards and holds about 1,730 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 47
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 47/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 47/ 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 47
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karen (Hardy, Kuwinda, Karen C, Miotoni, Park Place) | 83% | 1 | 25% | 50% | 0.2 ha |
| Dagoretti | 14% | 16 | 50% | 800% | 0.05 ha |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 47
- Block 48 · Dagoretti Mutuini
- Block 66 · Riruta Satellite
- Block 137 · Karen
- Block 149 · Langata
- Block 202 · Dagoretti Waithaka
Survey plans for Block 47
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 Nairobi Block 47 boundary commences at co-ordinate (241365.1mE, 9853042.1mN) at the Kerarapon road and Ngong road intersection. The Block boundary runs straight North-west along Kerarapon road for a distance of 918.60 meters to coordinate (240628.7mE, 9853590.5mN), where the boundary turns towards the North-east, for 416.3 meters to co-ordinate (241009.8mE, 9853757.1mN). The boundary then runs further North-east for a distance of 13.3 meters to co-ordinate (241018.4mE, 9853773.49mN). The block boundary then runs in South-west direction for a distance of 14.36 meters, to co-ordinate (241004.2mE, 9853770.93mN) thence turns North-west for a distance of 1103.5 meters to co-ordinate (240020.8mE, 9854272.8mN). Thence the boundary turns to the North-east direction for a distance of 605.4 meters, to co-ordinate (240295.2mE, 9854811.4mN). The Boundary then runs in the North-west direction for a distance of 52.7 meters to co-ordinate (240261.8mE, 9854852.3mN) where it turns to the North-east direction for another 1042.8 meters to co-ordinate (240737.5mE 9855779.4mN), turning to South-east for 334.2 meters to co-ordinate (241034.2mE, 9855623.8mN) at a road intersection. The boundary then turns in the general North-east direction, along the road, for a distance of 220.7 meters to co-ordinate (241246.4mE, 9855635.3mN) intersecting Rhinopark road. Thence turns in the general North-east direction, for a distance of 825.4 meters to co-ordinate (241620.9mE, 9856371.2mN). Thence the boundary runs eastwards for 169.1 meters to coordinate (241789.8mE, 9856379.2mN) where it intersects with the Nairobi Block 48 boundary, and proceeds for 586.4 meters to co-ordinates (242375.98mE, 9856404.3mN). Thence, the boundary runs North-east direction for 533.9 meters to co-ordinate (241246.4mE, 9855635.3mN), intersecting the Motoine River. The boundary then runs along the Motoine River in the South-east direction while still abutting Nairobi Block 48 for approximately 2599.3 meters to co-ordinate (244818.5mE, 9855365.0mN). Thence turning North-east crossing the Southern Bypass after 192.4 meters at co-ordinate (244855.8mE, 9856053.4mN), and proceeding for 734.0 meters to coordinate (244954.6mE, 9856776.5mN), where it intersects the railway line with Nairobi Block 48 abutting to the North. Thence the boundary turns to the South-east direction along the railway line for a distance of 1695.6 meters, to co-ordinate (246537.0mE, 9856185.9mN), turning North-east for 77.4 meters to co-ordinate (246576.6mE, 9856252.5mN) where the Nairobi Block 47, 48 and 202 boundaries intersect. The boundary then continues in the North-east direction for 602.3 meters along the fence of Lenana School to co-ordinate (246855.4mE, 9856786.5mN). The boundary of Nairobi Block 47 and 202 runs for a further 13.1 meters eastwards, intersecting the Nairobi Block 66 boundary. The boundary continues following the Lenana School fence eastward for 778.3 meters to co-ordinate (247634.1mE, 9856928.9mN) then turning South-east for 481.7 meters to co-ordinate (248103.2mE, 9856818.7mN). The boundary then turns further South-east for 287.1 meters to coordinate (248215.4mE, 9856554.1mN). Thence changing direction to the South-west for 113.5 meters intersecting the railway and continuing in the same direction for 174.5 meters to co-ordinate (248193.5mE, 9856266.8mN). Thence, the boundary runs South-west direction for 725.5 meters to co-ordinate (247488.6mE, 9856094.5mN), turning southwards for 540.3 meters intersecting Ngong road and Nairobi Block 149 boundary to co-ordinate (247541.5E, 9855559.5N). Thence the boundary runs westward along Ngong road bordering block 149 to co-ordinate (246070.9mE, 9854733.5mN) intersecting the border of block 137. The border continues in the south-east direction along Ngong road bordering block 137 to co-ordinate (241743.1mE, 9853202.0mN). Thence the boundary runs South-east for 410.3 meters to the point where it had commenced.
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 47
What is Nairobi Block 47?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Karen Mutuini. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 47/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 47?
About 1,730 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 0.4 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 47?
In Karen and Ngando wards, Langata sub-county, covering about 17.2 km².
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 47?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 47/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 47/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.