Recently bought a Caad10 ultegra. Absolutely love it. I recommend going for higher components as some of the lower end components have issues a few years down the road.
Invest in clipless pedals as well, you wont regret it.

i recently bought a fuji for 400 at my local bike shop
so far so long

I've got a surly steamroller and a vintage Vitus (very light for an aluminum frame)
Each were under a grand before I dolled them up.
Check CL you might be able to find some good deals.