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Nairobi Block 51 (Ofafa Jericho and Makongeni)
Nairobi Block 51, Ofafa Jericho and Makongeni, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 51/ and the plot number. It covers about 2 km² in Harambee and Maringo/Hamza wards and holds about 1,071 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 51
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 51/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 51/ 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 51
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maringo | 26% | 16 | 35% | 560% | 0.04 ha |
| Lumumba | 24% | 16 | 35% | 560% | 0.04 ha |
| Uhuru Estate | 20% | 16 | 35% | 560% | 0.04 ha |
| Jericho | 14% | 16 | 35% | 560% | 0.04 ha |
| Kimathi | 9% | — | — | — | — |
| Jerusalem | 4% | 16 | 35% | 560% | 0.04 ha |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 51
- Block 16 · Harambee
- Block 50 · Eastleigh South
- Block 53 · Bahati
- Block 55 · Mbotela
- Block 56 · Makadara
- Block 59 · Likoni Road
- Block 76 · Buruburu
- Block 80 · VET
- Block 213 · Moi Airbase
Survey plans for Block 51
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 51 Boundary commences at the intersection of Jogoo road and Nyasa Road, at co-ordinate (2262009.6mE, 9856922.9mN) and runs northwards along Nyasa Road for 738.7 meters to co-ordinate (262063.9mE, 9857654.5mN) with block 55 (Mbotella) abutting to the west. Thence the boundary turns eastward for 20 meters to co-ordinate (262082.2mE, 9857662.5mN), then changes to the northward direction for 89.5 meters to co-ordinate (262064.7mE, 9857750.2mN). The boundary then turns eastward for 19.1 meters along Heshima road to co-ordinate (262083.4mE, 9857753.9mN), and changes direction northward for 411.4 meters to co-ordinate (261983.6mE, 9858153.1mN). The boundary turns eastward for 21.3 meters to co-ordinate (262004.4mE, 9858158.2mN) along Eldoret road. The boundary runs northward along Eldoret road for 135.7 meters to co-ordinate (261954.1mE, 9858277.7mN) in Nairobi River, with block 50 (Eastleigh south) abutting to the west. The boundary runs curvilinear to Nairobi River for 37.9 meters to co-ordinate (261977.6mE, 9858308.0mN). The boundary runs westward for 21.5 meters to co-ordinate (261956.2mE, 9858313.8mN) in Nairobi River. Thence the boundary runs northeast curvilinear to the Nairobi River for 1530.9 meters to co-ordinate (263118.4mE, 9858934.7mN). The boundary turns eastward for 130.0 meters to co-ordinate (263230.7mE, 9858999.5mN), and changing to southeast for 98.2 meters to co-ordinate (263320.9mE, 9858960.6mN) on Ol Debi road. Thence the boundary moves south along Ol Debi road for 20 meters to co-ordinate (263326.1mE, 9858941.21mN) at an intersection of Ol Debi road and Rabai road. The boundary turns westward along Rabai road for 100 meters to co-ordinate (263234.0mE, 9858902.2mN), and changing direction to southeast for 336.0 meters to co-ordinate (263456.9mE, 9858650.5mN). The boundary then runs southwest for 382.8 meters to co-ordinate (263170.0mE, 9858396.8mN) intersecting Rabai road. Thence the boundary runs southward for 1080.9 meters along Rabai road to co-ordinate (263597.0mE, 9857421.4mN), and changing direction eastward for 947.0 meters to co-ordinate (262677.9mE, 9857192.4mN) on Nile road with block 56 (Makadara) abutting to the south. The boundary runs along Nile road in the south direction for 397.0 meters to co-ordinate (262598.7mE, 9856804.3Nm) intersection of Nile road and Jogoo road. The boundary turns westward along Jogoo road for 600.9 meters to return to the commencing point with block 55 (Mbotella) abutting to the south.
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 51
What is Nairobi Block 51?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Ofafa Jericho and Makongeni. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 51/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 51?
About 1,071 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 0.012 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 51?
In Harambee and Maringo/Hamza wards, Makadara sub-county, covering about 2 km².
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 51?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 51/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 51/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.