<$1k is going to be tough, even the cheap coilovers are $1k+. I'm currently on Tokico HTS Adjustable struts and Whiteline lowering springs (no longer made) but I'm replacing them with Racecomp engineering tarmac 1 coilovers so I won't be needing them if that interests you. The Tokico's retailed for around $1000 for the set, and I can't remember what the whiteline's retailed for when they were being sold.
A little lower than what you have pictured, but it's an option. (rear is loaded in this pic)
Stock ride height to compare:
