Rising Mist Drive lot: 1 Offering 3.40 acres within Russell J. Homesteads, this residential building lot provides an exceptional opportunity to create a custom home along a scenic ridge in the Missouri Ozarks. The property features beautiful countryside views, a combination of open and wooded terrain, and an elevated setting well suited for walkout basement construction. Russell J. Homesteads is a thoughtfully planned residential development featuring spacious homesites ranging from approximately 3 to 4.2 acres. Situated along a scenic ridge, the neighborhood is distinguished by its natural beauty and sweeping views of the surrounding countryside, distant valleys, and wooded ridgelines. The homesites feature open areas near the roadway and wooded, sloping terrain that is particularly well suited for walkout basement construction. The natural elevation provides an excellent opportunity to design a custom home with expansive windows, outdoor living areas, and lower-level living spaces positioned to take advantage of the surrounding landscape. Russell J. Homesteads was established with an emphasis on quality residential construction and maintaining the character of the neighborhood. Recorded covenants and restrictions establish architectural and construction standards, including minimum square footage requirements, exterior building material guidelines, and architectural review. Buyers have the flexibility to select their own builder and design a custom home suited to their needs, subject to the neighborhood's recorded covenants, restrictions, and architectural approval requirements. Two attractive custom homes have already been constructed within the development, reflecting the vision behind this unique residential setting. Underground electric, public water with a meter already installed, and infrastructure for high-speed internet are in place at the homesite. Located within the Waynesville School District and approximately 15-20 minutes from the west gate of Fort Leonard Wood, Russell J. Homesteads combines the natural beauty of the Ozarks with convenient access to surrounding communities. A distinctive opportunity to build a home that complements both the landscape and the established architectural character of this scenic neighborhood. Recorded covenants and restrictions apply. Some aerial photos / video included in the listing are not necessarily of lot one but are included to show the overall area.