Well, since you asked...

-Giant Via 2. This would be great riding around in my town.
-Giant Escape City would be a good choice for around town and longer rides. Would probably put a Nashbar Trekking bar on this one.
-Raleigh Cadent FT1 was added to the list less than 2 weeks ago after seeing it in person at the Sun & Ski in Tulsa. This one would be more for fun and fitness/centuries. Would probably cut the bar down a bit and add Cane Creek Ergo II bar ends.
-Trek Sawyer would be for any off-roading/winter. Can run traditional chain, FG/SS, IGH, and Rohloff (sp?), as well as belt drive.
-Masi Speciale Commuter. No longer in production, but very versatile in the drive train department, as it could easily be configured as FG, SS, RD, 1x?, and IGH.

Any number of offerings from BD as well, but I've got this thing about riding before buying and relying on the LBS for service after the sale. Several times I've spotted bikes online that looked good, but then a quick test ride wasn't as impressive as I'd hoped...

OP- You know what you want and you know your budget. If you have to pursue the online route to get it, then make sure there is a decent return policy (though you'll probably be stuck with return shipping) and go for it.