Chuck R.
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Around $750. Maybe a bit more.
There's different levels and definitions of custom. For instance I was looking at a couple actions today that would blow your budget, just the action alone was just shy of $1000. Last barrel I had done was $660 to my door. You might be able to go for $750 IF you had a donor rifle and were willing to build over time. But $750 doesn't buy a lot in the custom realm. Some of the suggestions you've received would easily hit the 2K mark.
A basic Savage and an aftermarket barrel for around $350-400 in your chamber would probably a good start. Then build over time; another $150-200 for a trigger. Stock...if you want a Manners or Micky you're looking at about another $450+ before bedding. A B&C or HS will save you a couple hundred.