Take a look at my VPI Nomad on Audiogon. Don't know if it's too pricey but would fit the bill with some powered speakers. I happen to have some Audioengine Bamboo A5's. Let me know if you're interested.
Dorm room audio
My daughter is going to college soon and wants to continue to listen to her father's vinyl (i.e., my records). Need suggestions for a turntable-based system that won't kill my records but can fit in a dorm room and doesn't cost so much given the likelihood for theft or impaired student falling into said system.