Maybe you can try Canon D30
If you are willing to pay 2,500 around. Canon D30 body only is around 1,800 (not quite sure, should be around that). Then you can buy one lens first, maybe 24-85, it would be around 400. If you have extra money, buying one flash is also a good choice.
Also, there is a new model for Canon, Canon D10, the price is around 2200.
Also, there is a new model for Canon, Canon D10, the price is around 2200.