Do you want a baby BP? If so, you could get a really nice snake for $300. If it were my money (and it has been - LOL), I would get a flashy pastel, mojave (might be closer to $350) or spider... all good looking on their own, and they can make some cool combos later on.

As it was already mentioned, king-snake is a good place to check out prices: http://market.kingsnake.com/index.php?cat=32
Also read through this site, to learn about the different morphs: http://www.newenglandreptile.com/ner...ollection.html

Good luck and have fun!!