Hollowbody guitars are harder to build, so they tend to cost more than a solid body axe with similar pickups and hardware.

To get decent quality at that price, you have your best chance of success in the used market. Prowl around the used gear section of every music shop you can get to. This will help you get some idea of what's availbale, and what you want/don't want.

Check eBay several times day while you're at it. There are some absolute gems available for those with persistence and luck.