I wouldn't say cheapest, but most inexpensive firearm I've purchased new is a Ruger 22/45 MKIII, paid $219 out the door in 2007.
If you want to go best value.......it was a Browing 1885 Highwall in very good condition, chambered in .30-06..........for about $300.
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