Relocating to Franklin, TN With In-N-Out: A Local REALTOR's Guide to Where to Live

Nik Shewmaker is an independent REALTOR with Real Broker. This page is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by In-N-Out Burger.

In-N-Out Burger is opening its eastern territory office in Franklin, Tennessee, and closing its Irvine office. Corporate associates are choosing between Baldwin Park and Middle Tennessee. If you are weighing the move to Franklin, the first question is where you would live.

I'm Nik Shewmaker. I've been selling real estate since 2006, my family is native to Middle Tennessee on both sides, and I help buyers moving from California understand this market before they commit.

Where In-N-Out Is in Middle Tennessee

The eastern territory office is in Franklin, in Williamson County, about 20 miles south of downtown Nashville. The company announced an office of roughly 100,000 square feet with more than 275 jobs, scheduled to open in late 2026.

Where to Live Close to the In-N-Out Franklin Office

• Franklin. The closest option. Historic downtown, established neighborhoods, and master-planned communities.
• Cool Springs. Franklin's business district, with townhomes, condos, and shopping nearby.
• Brentwood. Just north of Franklin, known for larger lots and estate homes.
• Thompson's Station and Spring Hill. South of Franklin, with newer construction and more home for the money.
• Nolensville. East of Franklin, with newer neighborhoods and a small-town center.

If you want acreage or a quieter setting, Leiper's Fork, College Grove, and Arrington are worth a look too.

What Changes When You Move From California

Tennessee has no state income tax on wages. Home styles, lot sizes, property taxes, and how contracts work are all different from Orange County. I walk every relocating client through those differences with current local numbers so there are no surprises after closing.

Buying Before You Move

• Live video tours of homes and neighborhoods, so you can narrow the list before you visit.
• A one or two day tour plan built around your trip.
• Remote closings when you can't be here in person.
• Honest advice on renting first versus buying, based on your timeline.

Questions In-N-Out Associates Ask Me

Where is the In-N-Out office in Tennessee?

In Franklin, in Williamson County, south of Nashville. It is the company's eastern territory office.

Which areas are closest to the In-N-Out Franklin office?

Franklin, Cool Springs, and Brentwood are the closest. Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and Nolensville are nearby with more new construction.

Can I look at homes before I decide whether to relocate?

Yes. Many of my relocating clients start with a video call and a few virtual tours long before they make a decision. There is no obligation.

Get My Nashville Relocation Guide

It matters who you hire to represent you. Get my Nashville relocation guide by texting GUIDE to 615.943.5557, or see the relocation guide page. You can also browse Franklin homes for sale or contact me directly.

Moving with a different employer? See my guide to companies relocating employees to Nashville.