Take a look at the Salsa Casseroll and Vaya if you have a local dealer. Both are well equipped for the price and would make great commuters. The Casseroll is more of a road bike and will be faster and lighter, the Vaya better if you would like the option of riding on unpaved roads and trails.

Other great options: Soma ES or Doublecross; Gunnar Sport or Crosshairs. Here are some shots of my Casseroll in various guises.