There is a bit of a superstar quality about Olga Dyckman — and it is not just because she was a featured Realtor on three episodes of HGTV’s hit show “House Hunters.” It is also because this dynamic agent has found a profitable niche selling condos in downtown Seattle, where she sells an average of $52 million worth of real estate every year, with a career total surpassing $450 million.
Reflecting on her journey into real estate 22 years ago, Dyckman reminisces, “I was always fascinated by developers. I remember when One Pacific Tower condos (in downtown Seattle) were built. I was still in high school, but I remember thinking that one day I would live in that development or develop condos myself.”
A proud native of Seattle, Dyckman spent 10 years at Nordstrom before her real estate career. There, she gained valuable sales, management and corporate financial analysis experience. She decided to pursue her true passion in real estate, becoming licensed in 2001. “Our group worked on many well-known condo projects,” she says, including Olive 8, 5th and Madison, Cristalla, Mosler Lofts and others. “With this broad scope of developments, we were lucky enough to be in the epicenter of Seattle’s evolving condo market, which helped me tremendously with understanding building floor plans, methods of construction and amenities in each building.”
Clients are effusive about Dyckman’s service, praising her local expertise, extensive network and exceptional negotiation skills. “My clients are my No. 1 priority,” she says. “I am dedicated to high-touch personalized experiences, like listening attentively, understanding needs and providing exceptional customer satisfaction. I create long-lasting relationships and try to exceed their expectations.”
As a member of professional organizations like SAMS (Seattle Art Museum Supporters) and The Seattle Condo Network Group, Dyckman remains actively involved in the community. She has also earned multiple professional awards, including the Five-Star Real Estate Agent award for seven consecutive years, being featured in top agent magazines, not to mention appearing on Komo 4 Seattle refined “Condo living”.
Dyckman’s personal tip for success is straightforward and powerful. “Treat fellow brokers as allies, play nice and be helpful,” she advises. “It always helps down the road when you are in negotiations.”
