Hi Mike,
An 8" Dob could be just what you're after. It's a bit smaller than a 10" so more portable and you should have lots of change from $600 esp. if you get one 2nd hand. I've recently sold my 8" for $250 and found it not to difficult to lift with the base attached and I'm 5'2".
I now have a 12" that I picked up 2nd hand for under $600 and it's on castors - this makes it easier to move than the 8" I had. The same might be true for you if you have no stairs.
Just my 2c
VAZ
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