For many years (2012-2016) I did just fine doing 4 seasons camping in this cheap Wenzel tent and was pretty happy with it after ~25 trips. Eventually one of the poles snapped and I decided it was time to upgrade to a cabin tent so I could stand while putting pants on in the morning but don't regret that cheap tent at all.
You definitely don't need an RV to survive out there. A good start would be a monkey hut http://www.chromatest.net/Lovemonkey/ and a somewhat sealed off tent. I use this one https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002PAT60S/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1. I drench my shemagh in my melted cooler water and drape myself during the day when I'm in my camp which is magic on hot days.
Im looking for a tent with a much lower budget. Anyone have anything to say about either of these tents? Is there a REASON I should avoid being "cheap" and buying a tent like this?