Meet Nicole Runyan

About Nicole

Nicole Runyan is a local San Diego Realtor who partnered with Karen Hickman at Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty. Their combined knowledge and expertise exceeds over 46 years in the real estate industry. What truly sets Nicole apart is her unwavering dedication to ensuring unparalleled client satisfaction throughout someone's real estate journey. She doesn’t merely facilitate transactions; she crafts experiences that resonate with her clients for a lifetime. She believes in going the extra mile, always ready to navigate complex situations with finesse and provide insightful solutions that transcend the ordinary.

Nicole’s dedication and personalized services are here to exceed any expectations for all buyers and sellers that work with her. Nicole’s business background allows her to have fierce negotiating skills, she sets realistic expectations for her clients; because a well-informed client is a confident client, has vast market knowledge in various areas and neighborhoods, and ultimately she takes pride in simplifying the intricate real estate processes, ensuring her clients are not only comfortable but also actively engaged every step of the way. Nicole’s passion for real estate shows in every little detail and she has an esteemed reputation for solving problems, innovating, and making transactions work smoothly.

Nicole's affiliation with Pacific Sotheby's International Realty is more than a mere association; it's a testament to her commitment to elevate your real estate experience. With a vast network of local and global connections, and innovative marketing strategies, it opens doors to opportunities that others can only dream of. Embracing this journey with an unwavering passion for continuous learning and a string of heartwarming client success stories, she's come to realize that her role extends far beyond selling homes. It's about turning the dreams and aspirations of every client into a tangible reality, one client at a time. Nicole Runyan is your trusted partner in the world of real estate, where excellence is not just a goal; it's a way of life.

In 2024, Karen and Nicole have been awarded by Real Trends, The Wall Street Journal, San Diego Union Tribune and the San Diego Business Journal, as one the of Leading Agents in San Diego County

  • Pacific Sotheby's #1 Agent for the most homes SOLD in La Jolla in 2023
  • ​​​​​​​Circle of Excellence Platinum winner in 2023 with over $50 million sold - awarded by the San Diego Association of Realtors and San Diego Union Tribune
  • Circle of Excellence Gold Award Winner in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 
 - awarded by the San Diego Association of Realtors and San Diego Union Tribune
  • Named as one of San Diego’s “Five Star Best Realtor” in 2008, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 
 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 by an independent survey of over 30,000 recent home buyers in the San Diego area, and published in the San Diego Magazine
  • San Diego Business Journal - 2019, 2020 , 2021 , 2022 and 2023 ranked in the top 40 out of 17,000
 licensed agents in San Diego County, We're ranked #26 in 2024.
  • Ranked in Top 1.5% of America's 1.6 million real estate agents in the "2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 America's Best" by Real Trends - by sales volume in California and published in the Wall Street Journal
  • Recognized as one of the San Diego Real Estate Industry Icons in the San Diego Real
 Producers Magazine published in 2021
  • Top producer and award winner year after year
  • Licensed Realtor since 1985
  • Member of San Diego Board of Realtors and Multiple Listing Service (MLS)
  • Member of Real Estate Brokerage Association of La Jolla
  • Certified Relocation Specialist
  • Member of California Association of Realtors and National Association of Realtors
  • Successfully coached by the nation’s top real estate trainers over the last 25 years
  • Residential property sales and exchanges, including fine residences and estates
  • Knowledgeable analysis of property values and market trends
  • Renowned credibility and expertise in resolving difficult transactions
  • Exceptionally skilled negotiations and astute business sense

Featured Properties

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    San Diego, CA 92116
    Area: 2226
    5
    3
    $1,695,000

    San Diego, CA 92106
    Area: 2368
    4
    2
    $1,695,000

    Coronado, CA 92118
    Area: 1855
    3
    3.5
    $1,695,000

    San Diego, CA 92109
    Area: 1559
    2
    2
    $1,695,000

    Del Mar, CA 92014
    Area: 802
    2
    2
    $1,695,000

    San Diego, CA 92107
    Area: 2094
    5
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