most guitar stores carry the starter kits nowadays : guitar +
amplifier
major stores are not really selling stuff more expensive, the
guitars are already expensive.
swee lee brings in Fender, Gibson, Ibanez
davis brings in Paul Reed Smith
cinemax brings in taylor, ernie ball stingray
if you want something cheaper you can try those shops that sell
second hand guitars
but if you are a total beginner with that kind of budget, u can
go get the starter kits from any of the major stores