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Nairobi Block 9 (Muthaiga East)
Nairobi Block 9, Muthaiga East, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 9/ and the plot number. It covers about 2 km² in Karura ward and holds about 307 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 9
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 9/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 9/ 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 9
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Muthaiga | 100% | 1 | 25% | 50% | 2 ha |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 9
- Block 8 · Muthaiga West
- Block 37 · City Park
- Block 40 · Pangani
- Block 45 · Mathari
- Block 230 · Karura Gigiri
Survey plans for Block 9
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
Commencing on the junction with block 37 and block 8 at co-ordinate 258058mE, 9861514mN on Mathare River. Thence turn northwards 640 meters to meet River Gitathuru at co-ordinate 258179mE, 9862140mN thence turns east along the river up to co-ordinate 259942mE,9861700mN where it meets Old Kiambu road and moves along the road joining Kiambu road, and continuing south along the Kiambu road and joins Thika road at the junction with Block 45 and 40 at co-ordinate 259828mE,9860920mN. It continues along Thika road up to co-ordinate 259352mE, 9860584mN where it meets Mathare River. It continues north easterly along the river to the start point. The abutting blocks include block 8 on the West, block 230 on the North, block 45 on the East and block 40 and 37 on the South.
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 9
What is Nairobi Block 9?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Muthaiga East. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 9/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 9?
About 307 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 0.405 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 9?
In Karura ward, Westlands sub-county, covering about 2 km².
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 9?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 9/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 9/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.