H1! Sheri,
Welcome to Ovacik.Ovacik has a lot going for it,living here 1/2 time we may be a tad biased. We have the beach and facilities of Olu Deniz.Hisaronu for the bright and brash we or your young guests may appriciate. Wonderful Fethiye just down the hill with more of most things than we will ever require. At this time of year the mountain air is much more pleasant than sea level. Though parts of Fethiye coast and parts of Calis have the sea breeze.
House price do seem to be a little higher in Ovacik but as you say there are a lot of places for sale. There is NO set prices all are negotiable even new builds. You really do need to play hard ball. Unfortunatly there are distress sales, people disillusion and need to sell, but at the same time happy to negotiate. Small complex gives a more secure and homley feeling in our view. If you can drive around and see the for sale signs some are agents and many are for sale privately most vendors will be happy to have a knock on the door. If you decide on a place try to visit at all times of day and night just to check on things like noise etc you may not want.
We wish you well with your search, very exciting times. Enjoy!
A & P