Tough to beat the Go-Lite SL series for the money. $299 gets you fly, stakes, pole and a net inner that is great for car camping if you have a sig other or kids who don't feel comfortable being exposed to bugs.
The Golite nest for the SL3 sucks and blows and you can't buy just the canopy anymore. The Bearpaw is a superior option, IMO. For a little more weight, the Seek Outside 4-man looks like THE starter heated shelter, IMO.
